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Portrait of Christopher Columbus All Made out of in Inlaid Woods

About the Item

An extraordinary rare 18th century portrait panel of what appears to be Christopher Columbus (or a classical philosopher) entirely made from various types and treatments of inlaid woods, set in a giltwood frame.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631216067322

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