Lot 178
  • 178

An early 19th century italian micromosaic plaque in the manner of Claude Lorrain Rome, circa 1820

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • micromosaic, giltbronze
  • plaque height 2 in.; width 2 1/2 in.
  • 5.1 cm; 6.4 cm
depicting the holy family's flight into Egypt.  Set within its original gilt-bronze frame and set within a later blue-velvet matted giltwood frame.

Condition

The plaque is in very good condition and with visible wear around the edges and with some dirt; minor wear and tarnishing to original gilt-bronze frame.
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