Antique Lapis

Lapis lazuli. The form of this table with its carved cabochons on the foot and gadrooned edge is typical of the designs of Gillows of Lancaster.

Of elegant and slender baluster form, they feature domed lid, surmounted with brass pineapple finials, atop covers in a rich dark blue lapis porcelain ground. The bodies of the v...

The rhythmic organization of these floral and symbolic patterns showcases the region’s signature blend of aesthetic discipline and artistic spontaneity. A stunning border in lapis b...

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...

Each side displays impressive and extremely decorative faux painted Lapis Lazuli and Rouge Royal marble, recessed panels.

The top drawer and top crown display striking inlaid Lapis Lazuli, all below a fine ormolu finial.

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...

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The circular pietra dura inlaid top centered with a bouquet of flowers including lilies, birds of paradise, roses and others, with colorful marble inlaid pieces including lapis-lazul...

Enamelled with putti and pierced floral decoration, the frame set with blue cabouchon lapis lazuli and eight engraved rock crystal panels surrounding a hexagonal shaped center depict...

A wonderful Regency period carved giltwood center table, with a grand tour Italian specimen marble inlaid circular top, the inlays including giallo di Siena, brocatello di Spagna, Ve...

The stunning marble top displays a striking Lapis Lazuli central reserve framed within a fine white Carrara marble fillet.

Belle Époque period ormolu, white Carrara marble, Lapis Lazuli, and Baccarat crystal garniture set retailed by Tiffany & Co.

At the center is a beautiful Lapis Lazuli reserve framed within a bone inlaid border.

Their poses required pedestals; they were supplied in richly colored lapis lazuli, enhanced by enameled gold moldings.

Charles X, 19th century chess table, bronze gilded inlaid with marble and stones A bronze gilded chess table in Charels X style with a bronze gilded tripod base with a loose blade...

The glass artfully imitated all types of onyx, jasper, carnelian, malachite, lapis, inlaid glass, etc. The luxury glass that emerged from the factory received the highest awards.

A Neoclassical pietra dura, micro mosaic and walnut centre table, the circular black marble top with a large central micro mosaic roundel depicting St Peter’s Square, Rome, surrounde...

Attractive necklace and bracelet combination from Czechoslovakia circa 1930s. Glass stones in lapis and amzonite in deco shapes are set within gilt etched brass settings.

At the top is a fitted marble specimen insert boasting a vast array of exotic marbles surrounding the circular Lapis Lazulis center.

Silvertoned cubist inspired deco pendant with poured glass spacers in faux jade, lapis, and brown agate. Glass fluted bead motifs are replicated in the deco starburst centerpiece and...

Hand painted Italian lovers scene on one side, with painted faux lapis lazuli detail. Beveled mirror with etched frame inside.

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...

At each slightly protruding corner is an ormolu plaque with a fitted Lapis Lazuli insert. All below the wonderful top that is centered by a gilt tooled burgundy leather within a beau...

The necks are painted ‘bleu lapis’ and are finely parcel gilt with stylized foliage.

Of conical shape with retracted neck and griffin handles, the 'fond lapis' parcel-gilt and painted surface depicting on one side a colourful scene with children and on the other a bo...

A collection of three 'Grand Tour' English / Italian polychrome marble plaques or paperweights, one rectangular; two of cartouche form, the 'Derbyshire' or 'Belgian Black' marble sla...

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...

Very Cartier and deco in feeling, the molded glass clip is set with buff cut cabochons in faux turquoise and lapis mixed with paste stones. The small clip earrings repeat the motifs ...

Each highly decorative panel is exceptionally made, depicting twin handled floral filled vases formed using precise inlays of various marbles and semi-precious stones. These include ...

The freestanding console is raised by fine topie shaped feet below striking tapered lightly curved legs decorated with the most impressive gilt scrolls set on a most decorative polyc...

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 soft blue of traditional Chinese rugs was replaced by a more vibrant lapis blue, while the traditional calm gold gave way to varying shades of ochre, green, raspberry, plum, purp...

The soft blue of traditional Chinese rugs was replaced by a more vibrant lapis blue, while the traditional calm gold gave way to varying shades of ochre, green, raspberry, plum, purp...

The soft blue of traditional Chinese rugs was replaced by a more vibrant lapis blue, while the traditional calm gold gave way to varying shades of ochre, green, raspberry, plum, purp...

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...

Antique 18th century French Baroque carved giltwood and marble console, circa 1790 This magnificent and elegant denim lapis marble granite top console table is beautifully carved fr...

The commode at Sanssouci is veneered in red tortoiseshell and has a lapis lazuli top. It was commissioned by Frederick II of Prussia (d. 1786) around 1760 who admired the opulent bro...

Rohman's whimsical lunar poster design was inspired by a charming scene in which Harold woos his Downtown Girl (Jobyna Ralston) by the romantic light of a crescent moon - which is th...

This set of 12 are decorated with thick raised paste gold over a "lapis lazuli" type of decoration which distinguishes them from the more typical cobalt blue palette.

At the base of each Yeibichai-style figure, bold geometric motifs resembling kilts or ceremonial sashes unfurl in black, gold, and lapis hues, reflecting the sacred regalia of healin...

The sumptuous border, stately and precise, acts as both frame and finale—a procession of cartouche panels rendered in jewel tones of lapis, coral, saffron, and oxidized copper. These...

The combination of pietre dure and extensive use of other rare decorative hardstones such as lapis lazuli and pietra paesina or “ruin marble” meant that these tabletops were surely p...

With artistic value as a Renaissance chiaroscuro miniature painting with precious ultramarine lapis-lazuli pigment, this early 16th-Century period gilt-filigree silver pendant medall...

Théodore Deck, one of the most esteemed French ceramist of the late 19th century, was famous for this rich turquoise ‘’Deck-blue’’ glaze, symbolizing the semi-precious mineral lapis ...

Each pedestal is supported by four cabriole legs and is topped by a piece of lapis lazuli, the colour of which complements the blue-ground colour of the porcelain of each vase.

Among the samples: Porphyry, agate, lapis lazuli, malachite, jasper, portor marble, grand antique, brocatelle, granite, alabaster… Some samples come from quarries that have been exha...

The use of mineral pigments such as turquoise and lapis, set against a backdrop of saffron, evokes the timeless aesthetic of Mongolia.

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...

He is perhaps the best known and most revered Parisian ébénist of the late 19th century. Paul Sormani Links Lapis Lazuli and Ormolu Wall Clock Napoleon III - Palace of Versaille.

The most expensive paint pigment in the Renaissance was lapis lazuli, creating the rich and deep blue tones.

The reverse of the inner case is utterly unique: a bat silhouette automaton is set above a full moon of diamonds against a lapis lazuli sky. The symbol is instantly recognisable as t...

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...

Amen dico vobis, non relinquetur hic lapis super lapidem, qui non destruatur. Matth. 24.

Related examples in comparison to the present have been recorded in public and private collections, thus testifying to the ongoing fascination of collectors to engage with this model...

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...

Following in the spirit of pioneers of polychromy such as Charles-Henri-Joseph Cordier and Eugène Cornu this figure was carved using expensive and luxurious materials such as Algeria...

A rare grand tour table Possibly by Cesare Roccheggiani The circular platform of marmore nero, inset with fine micromosaic panels consisting of thousands of coloured glass tesser...

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 ...

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...