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18th Century Italian Fragment Base with Mica in Matrix and Silver Leaf Shells

$1,250
£965.84
€1,116.60
CA$1,766.34
A$1,981.07
CHF 1,037.45
MX$24,071.91
NOK 13,173.94
SEK 12,489.82
DKK 8,334.87

About the Item

Sculptural 18th century Italian base decorated with mica in matrix, and silver leaf shells on an antique metal base decorated with church vestment braid. The 18th century fragment base and vestment braid originally came from a historical Italian church in Italy. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the artist and creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects when she transformed the piece and the period shows that the Italian fragment is originally 18th century. The Italian church base artifact, mica in matrix, silver leaf shells, and antique metal base are put together in a sculptural form - creating a piece that appears to have evolved together over time. Interpreting the past to create a piece entirely original, evolving in its own right.
  • Creator:
    Interi (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Rock Crystal,Shell,Silver Leaf,Thread,Wood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2023
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Interi transforms Italian artifacts using artistic methods and contemporary interpretations. The Italian fragment artifact has been joined together with the natural elements to create a new sculptural piece. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5127137739862

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