Pietra Dura Box
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Marble
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Marble
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Marble
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Marble
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Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Marble
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Agate, Marble, Silver
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Stone, Metal
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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
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Stone
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Agate, Malachite, Onyx, Marble, Slate
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Stone, Marble
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Multi-gemstone, Gold
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Marble, Bronze, Enamel
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Lapis Lazuli, Marble
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Marble
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Marble
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Marble
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Stone, Onyx, Bronze
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Marble
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Multi-gemstone, Marble
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Ebony
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Marble
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Stone, Brass
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Stone, Bronze
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Leather
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Wood
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Ormolu
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Sterling Silver
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Walnut
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Ormolu
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1860s French Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
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Malachite, Ormolu
Antique 1880s Italian Paintings
Canvas
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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Marble
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Marble
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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
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Marble
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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Stone, Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Marble
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Marble
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Malachite, Granite, Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Malachite, Granite, Marble
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Malachite, Brass
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Onyx
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Multi-gemstone, Brass
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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Granite, Carnelian
Antique 1860s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Granite, Carnelian
Antique 1860s French Jewelry Boxes
Marble, Ormolu
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Stone, Bronze
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Bronze
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Marble
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Marble
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Slate
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Marble, Stone
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Stone
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Stone, Onyx, Bronze, Ormolu
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Bronze
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Pietra Dura Box For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Pietra Dura Box?
Finding the Right Boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
- What is pietra dura stone?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pietra dura stone is a term for inlaying items with colored stones, such as agate, jade, jasper, topax, onyx and alabaster. In Italian, "pietra dura" literally translates to "hard stone." You'll find a selection of pietra dura decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between mosaic and pietra dura comes down to how specific the terms are. A mosaic is a decorative surface or item produced out of small, hard pieces assembled together to create a pattern. Artisans can use tile, stone, glass, wood and other materials to make mosaics. Pietra dura is a specific type of mosaic composed of gemstones. You may sometimes see it referred to as Florentine mosaic. Find a selection of mosaic art on 1stDibs.
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