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Pliny's Doves Micromosaic Box
$2,985
£2,266.16
€2,592
CA$4,170.48
A$4,638.48
CHF 2,422.07
MX$56,445.39
NOK 30,933.54
SEK 29,010.21
DKK 19,345.13
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This exquisite doré bronze box, featuring a meticulously crafted micromosaic lid, embodies the pinnacle of 19th-century Italian artistry. The centerpiece of this remarkable creation is the depiction of Pliny's Doves, also known as the Capitoline Doves. This design, inspired by an ancient Greek mosaic found at Pergamon, showcases four doves around a basin, a motif that has come to symbolize peace and beauty throughout the centuries. The glass pasta di vetro micromosaic technique used here is renowned for its precision and vibrancy, capturing the delicate nuances of the original masterpiece with astonishing detail.
Crafted under the hand of a meticulous artisan, the lid is comprised of thousands of tiny, colored glass pieces, each carefully placed to recreate the famed doves with lifelike accuracy. The contrast between the gleaming doré bronze and the subtle hues of the micromosaic accentuates the visual allure of the box, making it a striking display piece.
19th Century
3“ high x 3 1/2” diameter (7.62 cm x 8.89 cm)
- Dimensions:Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 31-84091stDibs: LU891146012992
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