What is pietra dura stone?

Pietra 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.

What is the difference between mosaic and pietra dura?

The 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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Pietra Dura White Mosaic Octagonal Inlaid Marble Top Handcrafted Agra India 1980

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Pietra Dura White Mosaic Octagonal Inlaid Marble Top Handcrafted Agra India 1980

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Handmade Pietra Dura Marble Inlay Mosaic Octagonal Top or Tray Agra India.

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Late 20th Century Indian Agra Tray Tables

Materials

Marble

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19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Speciman Tabletop

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H 17.75 in W 17.75 in D 0.7 in

19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Speciman Tabletop

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

19th century Italian Pietra Dura speciman tabletop.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Tray Tables

Mosalite - Fine Pietra Dura & Brass Tray, Brazil, Mid-20th Century

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H 1.13 in W 13.13 in D 6.88 in

Mosalite - Fine Pietra Dura & Brass Tray, Brazil, Mid-20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

MOSALITE - Fine quality and rare vintage Pietra Dura and brass tray - featuring pink and lavender floral marble inlays to two corners intertwined with a double inset green marble bor...

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Florentine Pietra Dura Plaque by Enrico Bosi Framed as Serving Tray

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H 3 in W 18 in D 11.5 in

Florentine Pietra Dura Plaque by Enrico Bosi Framed as Serving Tray

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

An inlaid mosaic plaque depicting a bouquet of flowers and leaves using a variety of finely cut hardstones, including lapis lazuli, malachite, rose quartz, mother-of-pearl, turquoise...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Serving Pieces

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Questions About Pietra Dura Tray

What is pietra dura stone?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Pietra 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.
What is the difference between mosaic and pietra dura?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The 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.