Imperial Porphyry

the imperial porphyry for the pair of superb and neoclassical porphyry vase on the very top.

photographs of Porphyry objects, more than half of which are previously unpublished. Will be of much interest

A shard of Egyptian Imperial porphyry, with jagged edges.

made of turned imperial porphyry and emptied inside to accommodate the clock, marked inside “J

rare marble specimens including Imperial Porphyry, green Porphyry, Brocatelle d’Espagne, Vert Particia

& Imperial Egyptian Porphyry bronze centre table. The rarity of the stone set within this fabulous table

porphyry was prized for various monuments and building projects in Imperial Rome and later, it was used for

Polished Egyptian red porphyry piece Roman period 47 x 14 x 9 cm Triangular polished piece of

Very large partially carved and polished Imperial red porphyry Roman fragment Measures: 72 x 42 x

-grained, with small white inclusions. According to Pliny’s Natural History, Imperial Porphyry was

A new hardback monograph looking at this most expensive of stone materials, which has been used to build things such as Royal Sarcophagus's, it has been carved into the bust's of Ro...

and figuration. By repute with Royal origins. The Red Imperial Egyptian Porphyry, Lapis Porphyrites

. Porphyry is considered the Imperial Stone of the Roman Empire

nobility to the Romans. Porphyry is considered the most prestigious Imperial Stone of the Roman Empire

Imperial Stone of the Roman Empire. Porphyry was Imperial Rome’s stone for columns, vases, alters, busts

Laconia, and imperial porphyry from Mons Porphyrites. In fact, verde antique was three times the cost of

was the color of nobility to the Romans. Porphyry is considered the most prestigious Imperial Stone of

solid porphyry fitted top. Porphyry was Imperial Rome’s most prestigious stone for columns, vases and

Imperial Egyptian Porphyry, Greek Porphyry, Sicilian Jaspers, Occhio di Pavone, Breccia Verde d'Egitto

Rare Grand Tour Bust of the Emperor Hadrian in Exquisite Imperial Egyptian Porphyry, Onyx, Royal

The oval shaped paperweight with carved alabaster profile of Roman Emperor, framed with imperial

Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical Style Grand Tour Period Imperial Porphyry Tazzas A

Imperial Black porphyry Roman fragment, partially polished Gebel Dokhan (Mons Porphyrites) - Egypt

painted imperial Porphyry background. Available with matching armchairs item# 14392, sold separately.

Large polished Egyptian red porphyry piece Roman period 28,5 x 67 x 2 cm Large rectangular thin

imperial Porphyry background. Available with matching settee item# 14391, sold separately.

Roman bronze sandaled foot from a statuette Roman, 2nd century AD Bronze, on an Egyptian imperial

behold. The outstanding inlaid top, brought back from the Grand Tour, includes Imperial Egyptian Porphyry

wonderful piece of Calacatta Violet marble with thin prophiles in Imperial red porphyry. There are elegant

Egyptian 'Imperial Porphyry' roundel. England, circa 1750. Why we like it Exquisitely detailed

A rare Imperial Egyptian porphyry low column or socle/stand for a vase, bust or other object

porphyry is also called Roman Imperial porphyry (porfido rosso romano). The term 'porphyry' derives from

trapezophoros, decorated to simulate Egyptian imperial porphyry. Why we like them A rather unusual object

bordered in Egyptian red porphyry, also called Roman Imperial porphyry (porfido rosso romano), quarried in

A rare collectible vintage lounge Copacabana chair by iconic French designer Mathieu Matégot composed of curved tubular steel legs and structure. This particular edition is distingui...

Pair of wood fluted columns with gilt band on base. Columns show their age beautifully. Small cracks in base that do not effect their structural integrity.

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...

19th century Pair of Painted Wood Full-Length Columns with Capitals and bases.

Extraordinary mid-century modern stainless steel and bronze writing table, desk, or bureau plat designed by John Vesey (American 1924-1992). Made in the grand neoclassical French Lou...

A compact and sturdy locking three drawer chest, with walnut-stained birch case, contrasted with golden-ash veneered drawer faces. The center drawer is adorned with a central palisan...

This handsome set of 12 Regency period dining chairs is and exceptional example of Regency furniture in both construction and design. The chairs are crafted of rich mahogany and are ...

Beautiful Italian armoire made up of exceptional carved and painted panels.

Bohemian cut crystal box, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Bohemian cut crystal box, brass mounting, late 19th century, Napoleon III period. H: 15cm, W: 19cm, D: 11cm

A piece of functional art made in Shizuoka for export to the western market, this Japanese chest with drawers on stand, circa 1900s features intricate marquetry work using a traditio...

This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...

Superb pair of Signed Andre Carli Sconces figuring à African warrior holding à spear. US rewired and in Working condition. 60 watts max per light Custom backplate available, ask ...

This elegant silver plate epergne is a rarity in that it also includes a full, cut-glass cruet set. This service’s delicate central basket is elevated above a plateau holding ten fin...

A handsome Chinese carved hardwood coffee table with a design of dragons, Republic Period, early 20th century, circa 1920, China. The table well-proportioned and well-carved. The to...

One large compote, one medium sized compote, pair of low compotes, 12 plates.