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Pair of pyramids of Grand Tour made out of marbles and wood, Italy 1830.

$11,268.10
£8,400.87
€9,500
CA$15,475.04
A$17,319.63
CHF 9,043.55
MX$211,300.48
NOK 114,795.99
SEK 108,934.33
DKK 72,360.34
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Pair of pyramids of Grand Tour for Wunderkammer, made of ebonized wood, covered with marbles and pietra dura. The large appliances are in violet breach. On the sides of each pyramid, at the base of the breach there are half round egyptian porphyry. On the front there is a piece of spanish brocatelle and a piece of lapis lazuli. Brass elements. Italy first half of 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917141579272

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