Antique Lapis

The base, possibly executed at a later date, is made of lapis lazuli and gold, materials of notable value traditionally used in Ural decorative lapidary art.

It was designed to imitate the appearance of hardstones such as jasper, agate, and lapis lazuli. The glass is characterized by its dense, stone-like opacity and dramatic marbled or v...

With a beautiful and molded quatrefoil top adorned in centering gold edged cartridges, with hand-painted under glass decoration motifs in imitation of half-precious stones such as ag...

A Grand Tour Regency bronze figure of Mercury (Hermes) on a composite marble column, the messenger of the gods is shown running on winged feet supported on a puff of wind with a torc...

Ohmann after Bauer, Germany, circa 1900 Keywords: Topaz, Blue Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Rose Topaz, Euclase, Emerald, Smaragd, Beryl, Aquamarine, Golden Beryl, Chrysoberyl, Alexandrite...

The scene is composed of carefully selected hardstones—including agate, jasper, lapis lazuli, malachite, and chalcedony—set against a dark ground that enhances the richness and contr...

Saturated tones of madder red, dusty coral, muted turquoise, and softened lapis are balanced by age-mellowed highlights, giving the rug depth without harsh contrast.

The factory producing with success both soft-paste and hard-paste porcelain also invented in these years the most famous ground colours: the dark blue (bleu lapis) about 1752, the tu...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

Particular importance is given to the complexion of the face, skilfully defined by the light, and to the intensity of the colours of the clothes and cloak, embellished with a shimmer...

The saturated palette of lapis blues, soft greens, and warm ochres, together with the stylized figures and flattened decorative space, creates the unmistakable visual rhythm of minia...

Lapis was highly valued by the Indus Valley Civilisation (3300–1900 BC).

1920s Black Silk Satin Evening Envelope Clutch Handbag w Large Pink Quartz & Dog: A gorgeous chinoise Art Deco evening bag with a large pink chunk of quartz and a charming blue lapis...

Art Deco solitaire vase of Nancy's pâté verre in vibrant blue polychrome cobalt glass, marbled lapis lazuli in the style of André Gallé. André Delatte was born in Châtenois (Vosges,...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

Below the bridge, lotus blossoms and broad leaves emerge from the water, symbolizing purity and renewal in Chinese cultural tradition. A striking lapis-blue rockery accent adds drama...

The field of the rug is dominated by a rich lapis-toned blue, setting a vibrant stage for the array of intricate motifs rendered in brick red, saffron, ochre, ivory, and soft jade gr...

The factory produced with success both soft-paste and hard-paste porcelain, in developing at the same time new colors: dark blue (bleu lapis) about 1752, turquoise blue (bleu céleste...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The contrast between the dark, earthy field and the pops of saturated madder red, ivory, and lapis blue creates a "jewel-box" effect that is a hallmark of the 19th-century Caucasian ...

The color palette is a brilliant, saturated dialogue of terracotta red, sun-drenched yellow, ivory, and lapis blue, rendered with the rich, matte depth and organic warmth unique to h...

Atlas stands balanced on a small globe while holding an exceptional painted celestial sphere decorated in deep lapis blue with gilt stars, a radiant sunburst, a crescent moon, and ec...

The palette, rich golds, lapis blues, soft greens and warm ochres, is typical of Gien’s most elaborate historicist creations.

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The rich madder-red field forms a dynamic canvas for the soft beige and vibrant lapis blue botanical elements, arranged in a rhythm of stylized rosettes and vine scrolls.

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The technique is known in English as Pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and coloured marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San ...

The circular pietra dura inlaid top features a dazzling array of semi-precious stones and marbles — including lapis lazuli, malachite, porphyry, and Siena marble — meticulously arran...

Their bodies are adorned with red enamel, with a lapis lazuli column accented with pearls at the base.

Characteristics of Etruscan style jewelry include use of high karat gold and semi-precious stones like lapis, malachite and agates, and most distinguishingly, the use of intricate fi...

The figure is painted in vivid mineral pigments—emerald green, lapis blue, and cinnabar red—of which remarkable traces still remain.

These ornaments display a Neo-Greek and Orientalist repertoire of palmettes, arabesques, and stylized floral motifs in a vibrant color palette (lapis blue, turquoise, carmine red, wh...

Lobster is 9.5" wide, 4" deep and 1.5" H. Lapis lazuli is 9" wide, 4" deep and 1" thick.

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

Very Fine and Rare Pair of C19th Specimen top Side Tables These Stunning Tops are Sat on a Stylish Tripod Base The Tops Consist of Carrera Marble , Lapis and many others A Rare fi...

Characteristics of Etruscan style jewelry include use of high karat gold and semi-precious stones like lapis, malachite and agates, and most distinguishingly, the use of intricate fi...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

The pietra dura inlaid top depicting a stylized design with colorful marble inlaid pieces including lapis lazuli and color stones, all within a carved ebonized frame turned legs, low...

The images enclosed include the before and after restoration and the precious stones that were missing have been replaced using, lolite faceted oval, faceted oval citrine, green amet...

The circular top has a gilt bronze beaded border, decorated with a central medallion of a bird perched in a cherry branch with an outer-border of 37 various specimen marbles includin...

A heavy velvet coat of deep lapis blue, lined with pink satin, is draped harmoniously over her shoulders.

Pair of 19th century patinated and gilt hieroglyphed Roman obelisks having lapis lazuli panel inserts in base.

Exquisite Italian rectangular marble top in hard stone marquetry decorated with flowers and butterflies in amethyst, lapis lazuli, jasper, chalcedony and others semi precious stones.

The inlays use semi-precious stones such as malachite, lapis lazuli, agate, and jasper, creating a contrast against the dark stone background.

Lazurite is the main component of lapis lazuli and accounts for the stones intense blue colour.

The use of bold, saturated colors—deep reds, lapis blues, moss greens, and gilded yellows—reflects the opulence of Renaissance interiors and ceremonial objects.

Lazurite is famous for its gem form, Lapis Lazuli. Lapis Lazuli, casually called by its shortened name Lapis, is the gemstone form of Lazurite that is associated with white Calcite a...

The technique is known in English as pietra dura, for the "hardstones" used: onyx, jasper, cornelian, lapis lazuli and colored marbles. In Florence, the Chapel of the Medici at San L...

Beautiful antique pair of Victorian 9ct gold earrings with lapis lazuli colour enamel decorated with a star design and inset with old cut diamond.

The lower section includes architectural friezes and heraldic motifs, notably the large “AA” monogram set in an ornate frame of gold and lapis blue—possibly a cipher for a royal or n...

Hand crafted mosaic inlay using blue lapis lazuli and an assortment of semiprecious stones and marbles decorated with colorful floral reserves over a dramatic black ground.

The top displays faux Lapis Lazuli marble as the background and an array of musical and game-play figures.