Antique Lapis

The material on the website speaks of objects such as a vase in lapis lazuli as being examples of "hardstone carving (pietre dure)" The Victoria & Albert Museum in London uses both v...

Art Deco Onyx, Lapis & Silver Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London, 1921 This beautiful and rare Onyx and Lapis Lazuli desk set is a luxurious ensemble by George Betjem...

The marbles used to create these striking plaques are Gaillo Antico, Lapis Lazuli and Onyx to name a few.

. * **Portoro** – black marble with golden veining, probably forming some of the darker checker squares. * **Lapis Lazuli** – a rare and valuable blue semiprecious stone from Afghani...

Anchoring this ethereal tableau is a single rockery flourish at the lower edge, painted in jewel tones of lapis and ochre, evoking the scholar's stone—an ancient symbol of contemplat...

What is the difference between lazurite and lapis lazuli? Lazurite is the essential ingredient of lapis lazuli and is the mineral that gives it the blue color.

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 palette is both bold and nuanced: saturated berry red, dusty rose, faded apricot, denim and lapis blues, taupe, and creamy ivory—all softened by age and natural vegetable dyes.

A solitary phoenix graces the left, its flowing plumage rendered in lapis and rose—a mythical creature emblematic of virtue, grace, and feminine power.

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...

A handsome and most impressive Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble, Lapis Lazuli and ormolu freestanding console. The console is raised by square stepped mott...

A pair of two solitaire vases: - Solitaire André Delatte vase of Nancy's pâté verre in blue polychrome cobalt glass Marbled lapis lazuli in the style of André Gallé. Diameter 21 cm ...

The dynamism of Francolini's choice of stones, including onyx, colored marbles and lapis lazuli, and the precision of their cuts make it a true masterpiece.

The body is of baluster form with an elegantly flared lip and rests on a waisted pedestal base adorned with neoclassical motifs in gilt and lapis enamels. The scene, rendered in jewe...

17th century rare Tibetan silver mounted brul covered bowl with coral bottom, the repousse and domed cover inset with Cora and lapis, big 3cm diameter red coral bottom, some tarnish,...

A large filigree basket supported by three addorsed kneeling winged female figures, beautifully hand chiselled and detailed, all seated on a blue Lapis ground painted surface painted...

Vintage pair of hand painted pear shape Mother of Pearls measuring 32x55 mm depicting a ,flock of bats suspended from a top composed by 3 Blue Sapphires with a small diamond in the...

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...

In creating the contemporary collection, Deborah works directly with artists and craftsmen to bring cutting edge jewelry designs directly to market. Diamonds to Lapis Lazuli, Emerald...

Lazurite is a major component of lapis lazuli, giving the stone its brilliant blue color.

Unorthodox combinations of stones were introduced, with many designs combining natural materials such as onyx, emeralds, rubies, aquamarines, jade, silver, ivory, lapis and rock cry...

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...

In creating the contemporary collection, Deborah works directly with artists and craftsmen to bring cutting edge jewelry designs directly to market. Diamonds to Lapis Lazuli, Emerald...

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...

An impressive pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. Porphyry, granite, Lapis Lazuli and ormolu obelisks. Each obelisk is raised by fine ormolu feet below the square green gra...

The porcelain body with bleu lapis ground is further painted with sweet flowers and leaves in golds, oranges and greens.

Of inverted ovoid form, the vases terminate in splayed ‘bleu lapis’ (navy) feet, parcel gilt with foliate bands and motifs.

In 1810, commissioned by the prefect of the Seine department in Paris, Nicolas Froсhaut, Jean-Baptiste-Claude Odiot, together with the French sculptor and caster Pierre-Philippe Thom...

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 exceptional use of semi-precious stones—moonstone, lapis lazuli, garnets, and amethyst—adds a touch of opulence, creating a stunning interplay of color and texture that makes th...

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...

Like the Old Masters before him, Verboeckhoven employed traditional techniques such as grinding lapis lazuli for his skies, demonstrating a commitment to craftsmanship and authentici...

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...

Carefully carved to enhance the decorative qualities of the materials, the various parts of the statue play on the veins in the ribboned onyx for the veil, the mottled effect of the ...

In creating the contemporary collection, Deborah works directly with artists and craftsmen to bring cutting edge jewelry designs directly to market. Diamonds to Lapis Lazuli, Emerald...

The elegant, waisted necks sport the ‘bleu lapis’ (navy) ground typical of Sèvres-style vases.

The ‘box’ frame has a hinged glass front door which allows access to the white enamel dial which is framed in gilt wood below with an aperture that allows visibility of the pendulum;...

Materials such as amethyst, turquoise, jade, and lapis among others. The amethyst gemstone in this cuff is of superior quality and has lasted several decades.

Utilizing stones such as lapis lazuli, jasper, agate, and marble, the inlay captures delicate florals, classical motifs, or even a breathtaking landscape, evoking the serene beauty o...

In creating the contemporary collection, Deborah works directly with artists and craftsmen to bring cutting edge jewelry designs directly to market. Diamonds to Lapis Lazuli, Emerald...

A most impressive French 19th century neoclassical style giltwood, faux painted Lapis Lazuli and Vert Campan marble center table.

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...

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...

With specimen including porphry, lapis, malachite, and marbles that we think are verde alpi green marble, lace agate, multicolor onyx, marble rosso levanto, jasper, breccia medicea m...

The mouldings in Carara, the plint in Sienna, the plaque in Lapis Lazuli and the obelisks themselves in onyx.

The center of the top has a wonderfully detailed bouquet of flowers in various stones and all tied by a lapis lazuli bow. The central bouquet is surrounded by three inlaid flying bir...

While the specific treasures may vary, they typically include elements like gold, silver, emerald, coral, agate, lapis lazuli, giant clamshell, glass, and pearl.

The rectangular box decorated with a field of quatrefoils of lapis blue cloisonne against a turquoise blue cloisonne ground.

Although these treasures may vary, they generally included at least some of the following: gold, silver, emerald, coral, agate, lapis lazuli, giant clamshell, glass and pearl. The Ja...

The Pietre Dure panel inset with lapis lazuli, marmo giallo, in a rectangular shape, probably a panel from a cabinet.

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 rectangular pietre dure top has canted corners and is centred by a Belgian black marble cartouche inlaid with ribbon tied flowers of shaded agates, marble, and lapis, within a wi...

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 medallions on a Sèvres blue-lapis background with beautiful Louis XV flowery rocaille gilding The 2 coolers signed by the Sèvres brand with the letter-signature "F" & a hollow m...

Nephrite is derived from lapis nephriticus (Latin for "stone of the kidneys"), for the traditional belief in its power to heal the kidneys and body.

This set of 8 Copeland Spode dessert plates is accompanied by 2 matching square serving plates- Perfect for a cheese and fruit course as well as desserts- The Aesthetic Movement moti...