An Italian micromosaic depicting the View of Tivoli, Roman, first quarter 19th century

of rectangular form, within a Greek-key border and  carved giltwood frame

This wonderful panel is in good original condition, with no visible losses or repairs. The painted and gilt Greek-key border with minor losses and retouching. Set in a giltwood frame, with minor losses to gilding. A very attractive piece, ready to be placed.
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Comparative Literature:
R. Grieco, Micromosaici Romani, Rome 2007, p.151 pl.372.
H. Gabriel, The Gilbert Collection, Micromosaics, London, 2000, p.102-3, no. 47.

During the archaeological excavations in Rome that commenced during the 16^th century,the ancient technique of mosaic was revived with the re-discovery of classical antiquities in the late 16th century. In the late 18^th century, the Vatican Mosaic Workshops developed the micromosaic technique using tiny glass beads, and panels and small objects with mosaic versions of landscapes, architectural views, animals and classical motifs became a Roman speciality  which were highly sought after by Grand Tourists in the late 18^th and 19^th centuries. 

Related views of Tivoli include The Temple of Sibyl and a Waterfall by Giacomo Raffaelli in the Hermitage illustrated by Grieco, op. cit., p.151 pl. 372 and a View of Tivoli by Giovanni Morelli in the Gilbert Collection, Victoria & Albert Museum illustrated by Gabriel, op. cit., p.102-3, no. 47.

For further information on the mosaic technique see the footnote to lot 142.