'The Doves of Pliny' micro-mosaic velvet choker, circa 1850.
Located in London, GB
'The Doves of Pliny' micro-mosaic velvet choker. Victorian choker, set with a oval gold plaque containing a raised micro-mosaic plaque depicting two doves and a flower ring against a...
Yellow Gold
$7,642
H 11.62 in W 14.97 in D 1.19 in
Large 19th Century Italian Scagliola Panel of 'The Doves of Pliny'
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Good large scale 19th Century Italian panel of 'The Doves of Pliny'. In the original walnut frame, with bronze pattern.
Bronze
$45,000
H 20.86 in W 13.18 in D 1 in
Italian Micromosaic Plaque of the "Doves of Pliny", Vatican Workshop
By Vatican Work Shop
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An Italian Micromosaic (micro mosaic) plaque of the "Doves of Pliny", Vatican workshop, late 19th century, Rome within giltwood frame carved with acanthus and beaded borders.
Giltwood
$414
H 9.85 in W 10.04 in D 1.19 in
Mosaic Fragment after the “Doves of Pliny”, probably Italy, 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Square mosaic fragment depicting part of a dove by a water basin, inspired by the celebrated ancient motif known as the “Doves of Pliny.”
Plaster
$1,436
H 3.55 in W 4.93 in D 0.4 in
19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Grand Tour Paperweight The Doves Of Pliny
Located in Norwich, GB
19th Century Italian micro mosaic grand tour paperweight - The Doves of Pliny. Rome - Circa 1870. Cartouche shaped black slate ground, inset with a micro-mosaic depicting Pliny's Do...
Slate
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.375 in Dm 4.25 in
19th C. Italian Grand Tour Micro-Mosaic "Doves of Pliny" Box After Antiquity
By Vatican Mosaic Studio
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful box has an exceptional Grand Tour Micro-mosaic plaque depicting the Capitoline Doves or Doves of Pliny after the Roman antiquity.
Slate, Bronze
"Doves of Pliny"- Micro Mosaic Picture Antique Frame
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Frame Size: Height: 23.25″ x Width: 26.75″ Frame Thickness: 4″ Picture Size: Height : 16″ x Width: 19.75″ Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of nature with this exquisite I...
Mosaic
Victorian Grand Tour micro mosaic brooch in 18K gold, Doves of Pliny
Located in PARIS, FR
Grand Tour brooch in micro-mosaic depicting doves drinking from a bowl filled with water, or "Pliny's Doves," on a black glass background imitating onyx.
18k Gold
Antique Italian Micromosaic Plaque Depicting the Capitoline Doves
Located in London, GB
Known as the Capitoline Doves, the design is sometimes referred to as the Doves of Pliny due to Pliny the elder referring to its description in his Natural History work of 77 AD.
Glass
Antique Trompe l'Œuil Painted Table in Simulated Marble
Located in London, GB
A fine trompe l'Œil painted occasional table The top, of octagonal form, painted in imitation of costly specimen marbles, with a central motif depicting the Doves of Pliny. The sl...
Wood
A Grand Tour specimen marble table top with an English specimen wood base
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Grand Tour specimen marble table top with an English specimen wood base, the circular top inlaid with a flowerhead pattern in an extensive range of marbles, centred on a roundel sh...
Marble
Antique Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Saucer with Doves in a Bird Bath
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The center bears an armorial crest with two doves atop a birdbath that bear a resemblance to the 'Doves of Pliny' imagery.
Porcelain
19th century pair of carved alabaster urns on pedestals
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Exquisitely carved bas-reliefs of the Doves of Pliny (also known as the Capitoline Doves) ornament the mid-sections of both urns.
Alabaster
$4,375
H 0.71 in W 2.76 in D 1.78 in
Antique 19thC Italian Silver & Silver Gilt Mounted Micro Mosaic Box c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The micro mosaic depicts Pliny's Doves, The Doves of Pliny is a well-known mosaic artwork that was discovered in 1737 at Hadrian's Villa in Tivoli, Italy.
Silver
Pliny's Doves Micromosaic Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
The centerpiece of this remarkable creation is the depiction of Pliny's Doves, also known as the Capitoline Doves.
Bronze
$33,495
H 0.99 in W 3.35 in D 2.56 in
Micromosaic Gold Mounted Jasper Snuff Box Early 19th Century Italian Gioacchino
Located in Benington, Herts
The panel shows the Capitoline doves, also known as the doves of Pliny. The original Roman mosaic was re-discovered in Hadrian's Villa as part of excavations there in 1737.
Gold
$79,093
H 27.5 in Dm 39.5 in
A Highly Important Documentary Pietra Dura Table Top by Giuseppe Darmanin
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Darmanin) of Valetta on the basis of its great similarity to a labelled piece by the firm in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum which can be seen online here: Both our...
Marble
Victorian Antique Micro Mosaic Brooch 'Doves of Pliny' 15ct Rose Gold c1880s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
This stunning brooch example embodies the Era of the 'Grand Tour' c1880s. It features the ‘Doves of Pliny’ created in micro pieces of coloured glass inlayed into a black glass base.
Rose Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Carved Cameo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Doves of Pliny Cuff Bracelet, 1850s
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Doves of Pliny, or the Capitoline Doves depicts the doves artistically but realistically.
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Regency Painted Simulated Marble-Top Table
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
Good Regency painted simulated marble-top occasional table; the circular top decorated with a central panel with 'The Doves of Pliny' on a lapis lazuli background; with 12 radiating ...
Regency Carved and Gilded Centre Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A superb Regency circular centre table, the specimen marble top inlaid with radiating panels of 112 various marbles and hard stones including Malachite, Lapis-Lazuli and Harlequin Br...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble, Siena Marble
Unavailable
H 4 in W 5.25 in D 1 in
19th Century Grand Tour Souvenir Micromosaic Plaque, Italy, circa 1850
Located in Alexandria, VA
Those four panels surround the Doves of Pliny, an image often used in micromosaics, which comes from a Roman floor mosaic at Hadrian’s villa in Tivoli and is believed to be a copy of...
Slate
Unavailable
H 1.42 in W 1.7 in D 0.52 in
Victorian King Charles Spaniel Dog Micromosaic Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
The Napoleonic expedition to Egypt in 1798 led to a great revival of classical interest and was reflected in the subject matter of the micromosaics, many images came from Roman mural...
18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.42 in W 1.34 in D 0.52 in
Victorian King Charles Spaniel Dog Micromosaic Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
The Napoleonic expedition to Egypt in 1798 led to a great revival of classical interest and was reflected in the subject matter of the micromosaics, many images came from Roman mural...
18k Gold
Grand Tour Alabaster Doves of Pliny
Located in Essex, MA
Large Size Alabaster Doves of Pliny. Neoclassical Urn, Carved and with Exquisite Patina.
Sold
H 3.5 in W 4.75 in D 0.75 in
19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Grand Tour Paperweight The Doves Of Pliny
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Italian micro mosaic Grand Tour paperweight - The Doves of Pliny. Rome - Circa 1870. Cartouche shaped black slate ground, inset with a fine micro-mosaic depicting Plin...
Slate
Antique Micro Mosaic Brooch of the Doves of Pliny set in Gold
Located in Baltimore, MD
Classical micro mosaic brooch of the Doves of Pliny, set in a simple 18K gold bezel to emphasize the very fine example of craftsmanship displayed here.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.19 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Antique Grand Tour micro mosaic marble desk paperweight with the doves of Pliny
Located in Central England, GB
The centre of the tablet is mounted with a very fine micro mosaic panel decorated with the classical doves of Pliny. The oval panel is made from black marble, intricately inlaid wit...
Marble
Very Fine Early 19th Century Micromosaic Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality Italian 19 century Micro mosaic plaque depicting the Doves of Pliny.
Sold
H 0.75 in Dm 18.25 in
19th Century Grand Tour Black Belgium Marble Rondel with Micro Mosaic Inset
Located in Dallas, TX
A 19th century Grand Tour Black Belgium marble rondel with beautifully executed center micro mosaic inset depicting The Doves of Pliny.
Belgian Black Marble, Stone
Antique Italian Micromosaic Plaque
Located in London, GB
Of rectangular form, housed within a conforming gilt frame; depicting the ‘Doves of Pliny’ within an elliptical malachite reserve.
Italian Micro Mosaic Table
Located in Essex, MA
The top with central 'Doves Of Pliny' surrounded by famous buildings of Rome including the Colosseum , Pantheon , St Peters etc.
Slate
Italian Giltwood and Specimen Marble Topped Center Table, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Constructed in carved giltwood, and having a complexly inlaid pietra dura specimen marble platform: rising from a tripartite base with swept legs, carved with foliates, terminating i...
Marble, Malachite, Carrara Marble
Sold
H 10 in W 16 in D 13 in
19th Century Micromosaic 'Grand Tour' Decorative Box of Architecture Scenes
By Vatican Mosaic Studio
Located in London, GB
The 2nd century AD floor mosaics in Hadrian’s villa in Tivoli, near Rome, were discovered in 1737, inspired the top scene of the ‘Doves of Pliny’. The side panels depicting the Panth...
Cut Glass, Oak
Sold
H 28.5 in Dm 55.75 in
Magnificent Centre Table Signed by the Makers Taprell, Holland & Son of London
By Taprell, Holland & Son
Located in London, GB
Alfonso Cavamelli (working c 1823- 1840 Rome) The central micromosaic roundel is a design amalgam of the antique pietra dura ‘Doves of Pliny’ in Rome’s Capitoline Museum, and the ...
Marble
Fine Quality Micromosaic Paperweight Depicting Pliny's Doves
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Italian Grand Tour micromosaic black marble paperweight inset with a superb mosaic depiction of Pliny's Doves as he described them in "The Natural History, 1 A.D.".
Marble
Berlin Porcelain Micromosaic Cup and Saucer
By KPM Porcelain
Located in New Orleans, LA
Centered upon the faux lapis lazuli ground on the cup is an exquisitely rendered micromosaic medallion of the Doves of Pliny, the most famous of all ancient micromosaic designs.
Porcelain
Sold
H 3.5 in W 4.75 in D 0.75 in
19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Grand Tour Paperweight The Doves Of Pliny
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Italian micro mosaic Grand Tour paperweight - The Doves of Pliny. Rome - Circa 1870. Cartouche shaped black slate ground, inset with a fine micro-mosaic depicting Plin...
Slate
Large Antique Micro-Mosaic of the Doves of Pliny, Hard Stone Plaque, 1825-1850
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique Micro Mosaic Large Hard Stone Plaque (paper weight), c. 1825- 1850. of the "Doves of Pliny" also called the Capitoline Doves.
Sold
H 0.79 in W 4.34 in D 3.15 in
Antique Grand Tour Micro-Mosaic Marble Desk Weight Doves Pliny, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
The cartouche shaped top features micromosaic decoration depicting "The Doves of Pliny" which depicts four doves drinking water from an ornate bowl.
Marble
Sold
H 0.4 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in
Antique Italianate Micromosaic Round Ormolu Pill Box the Pliny's Doves
Located in London, GB
The Doves of Pliny, or the Capitoline Doves depicts the doves artistically but realistically.
Ormolu
Antique Archaelogical Revival Pietra Dura 18k Gold Carnation Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
References: for a very similar pair of earrings, please see Trustees of the Brittish Museum, pietra dura mosaic earrings depicting the Doves of Pliny, circa 1860-1870 by Messrs Gioco...
18k Gold
Victorian finest pietra dura mosaic Brooch of Pliny's Doves Set in Lapis Lazuli
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
The gold scrolls and wire surround are beautiful as well. The subject of Pliny's Doves, also known as the Capitoline Doves dates prior to Christ.
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Georgian “Doves of Pliny” Cameo Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Its was a subject of intrigue for Pliny the Elder, and as such became known as "The Doves of Pliny".
15k Gold
Early Victorian "Doves of Pliny" Intaglio Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
It was a subject of intrigue for Pliny the Elder since it was said to be so realistic that real doves flew into it while trying to reach their stone companions.
9k Gold
19th Century Grand Tour Italian Micromosaic Panel of Pliny's Doves
Located in Concord, MA
19th century Italian micromosaic panel depicting the Doves of Pliny, also known as the Capitoline Doves.
Marble
North European 19th Century Mahogany Centre Standing Table
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
The top beautifully inlaid with a Scagliola interpretation of the Doves of Pliny.
Mahogany
Charles X White Opaline Coupe, circa 1825
Located in St. Louis, MO
Originally, there were two additional birds, evocative of the Doves of Pliny, a popular motif of the time, especially in micro-mosaics.
Ormolu
Antique Italian Grand Tour Jewelry Box, Micro mosaic, Enamel
Located in San Marcos, CA
An excellent micromosaic of the Doves of Pliny, the tesserae are sand-sized in this one and it's the quality we see from the Vatican studios.
Sold
H 2.01 in W 1.5 in D 0.4 in
Victorian Micromosaic Brooch Depicting Flora Goddess of Spring, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
The Napoleonic expedition to Egypt in 1798 led to a great revival of classical interest and was reflected in the subject matter of the micromosaics, many images came from Roman mural...
18k Gold
$208,175Sale Price|24% Off
H 53.125 in W 43.25 in
Portrait of Anne, Lady Russell, later Countess of Bedford
By Anthony van Dyck
Located in London, GB
A three-quarter length portrait of Anne, Lady Russell, later Countess of Bedford (1615-1684), in a blue dress. Attributed to Sir Anthony Van Dyck. Anne Carr, Lady Russell, an estee...
Oil
$15,127
W 0.75 in L 11.82 in
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Diamond, Platinum
$31,911
H 32.25 in W 44.25 in D 3 in
19th Century Scottish Highland landscape oil painting of Loch Lubnaig
By Alfred de Breanski Sr.
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Alfred de Breanski Snr British, (1852-1928) The Head of Loch Lubnaig Oil on canvas, signed & transcribed verso Image size: 23.5 inches x 35.5 inches Size including frame: 32.25 inch...
Canvas, Oil
$60,760Sale Price|30% Off
H 48 in W 56 in D 2 in
H. Guérault (French, 19th/20th Century) "The Little Prince" Oil on Canvas
Located in Queens, NY
Exquisite Quality French Art Nouveau oil on canvas painting of an elegant lady and pup, titled "The Little Prince" / "Le Dauphin no. 51" (on exhibition label affixed to the stretcher...
Oil, Canvas
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
$260,400Sale Price|25% Off
H 68 in W 55 in
A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day"
Located in Queens, NY
Jacques-Francois Delyen (1684-1761), Court Painter of King Louis XV. A Magnificent Pair of Palatial "French Royal" Allegorical Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day" A truly ...
Oil
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
John Galliano Black Knit Dress with Floral Chiffon Ruffles and Scarf, FW 2004
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
This John Galliano dress and matching scarf from the Fall-Winter 2003 collection are crafted from a black wool/viscose blend with intricate knit patterns, interwoven with tonal black...
$6,642
Size: IT44 - FR40 - UK12 - US8
Dolce & Gabbana Chartreuse Lace Mini Dress with Red Bead Embroidery, FW 1999
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Dolce & Gabbana ▪ Creative Director: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Fabric: Chartreuse Chantilly lace, crimson red stretch silk satin ▪...
$38,348
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, 1887
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Translated out of the Original Tongues: And with the Former Translations Diligently Compared and Revised, by His Majesty’s Spec...
Leather, Paper
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with int...
Ornate Brass Metal Cherub Emblem Black Cloth Evening Bag c 1950s
Located in University City, MO
Ornate brass metal cherub emblem black cloth evening bag c 1950s The elegant midcentury evening bag is adorned with a brass repousse plaque with a pair of winged cherubs and a youn...
Alexander McQueen Black Mock Neck Evening Dress with Draped Cowl, 'Joan' FW 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Alexander McQueen ▪ Creative Director: Lee Alexander McQueen ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1998 ▪ Fabric: Black polyester crepe ▪ Details: Mock neck with a built-in draped cowl,...
$94,741
H 98.43 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Set of Extraordinary Italian Stone Statues Representing the Four Seasons
Located in Rome, IT
Four season ,monumental classically draped female figures and their distinguishing symbols on a square base. Autumn, winter, spring and summer. Timeless classical decoration for you...
Limestone