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19th Century Florentine Pietra Dura Inlaid Centre Table
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for sale €25,740     $27,940
£22,000
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19th Century Florentine Pietra Dura Inlaid Centre Table

19th century
Description

This exquisite Italian 19th-century centre table features a Florentine carved giltwood frame and stunning Pietra dura marble inlay top. The ornate design showcases intricate floral motifs, beautifully crafted in vibrant colours on a black marble surface. Supported by a pedestal adorned with two elegantly detailed, golden griffins, the table exudes opulence and artistry. The contrast between the dark marble and the rich gold enhances its luxurious appeal. Ideal for grand interiors, this piece exemplifies the craftsmanship of the period, merging functionality with striking aesthetics, making it a captivating focal point in any sophisticated setting.

Batch 84

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Florentine Pietra Dura Table to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
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SA1148345
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SKU00002566
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Description
This exquisite Italian 19th-century centre table features a Florentine carved giltwood frame and stunning Pietra dura marble inlay top.
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The ornate design showcases intricate floral motifs, beautifully crafted in vibrant colours on a black marble surface.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Supported by a pedestal adorned with two elegantly detailed, golden griffins, the table exudes opulence and artistry. The contrast between the dark marble and the rich gold enhances its luxurious appeal. Ideal for grand interiors, this piece exemplifies the craftsmanship of the period, merging functionality with striking aesthetics, making it a captivating focal point in any sophisticated setting.

Batch 84

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Florentine Pietra Dura Table to the 1880s.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148345
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002566
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs.
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Archive I A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs.

19th Century Florentine Pietra Dura Inlaid Centre Table

Archive II A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs. View XIII
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques

Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Telephone 077 1010 7505
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Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1RL
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A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs.
19th century Florentine Pietra Dura inlaid centre table
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A 19th-century circular Florentine centre table featuring a black marble top with floral pietra dura stone inlay, supported by a carved giltwood base with winged griffin monopodia legs.
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  • ObjectCentre Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFlorentine Renaissance Revival
  • MaterialBlack Marble, Semi-Precious Stones, Gilt Wood
  • ColourGold and Black
  • MotifsPietra dura floral inlay, Winged griffin monopodia, Carved acanthus leaves, Beaded moulding
  • SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 74 cm (29 in)

This nineteenth-century Florentine centre table stands 64 cm high, 104 cm wide, and 74 cm deep. The circular top consists of black marble inset with a colourful pietra dura floral mosaic depicting roses and other blooms, edged with a carved giltwood moulding. A central turned pedestal sits on a shaped platform base raised on castors, flanked by winged griffin monopodia legs adorned with acanthus leaves and golden finishes. Suitable as a dramatic focal point in a spacious living room, entrance hall, or reception library, the table offers a flat surface for display objects or lamps. The juxtaposition of dark stone and reflective giltwood surfaces brings rich texture and visual warmth to traditional and classical interior settings.

FAQs

Pietra dura, meaning hard stone in Italian, is an inlay technique using precisely cut and fitted polished stones to create decorative pictorial designs. Centre tables featuring this craftsmanship originated in Renaissance Florence and became prominent grand interior statements during the 18th and 19th centuries.

These tables typically feature a base slab of polished black marble or limestone inlaid with semi-precious hardstones such as lapis lazuli, jasper, agate, and chalcedony. The supporting structures are frequently constructed from carved gilded wood or bronze featuring classical motifs.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display precise stone joinery with virtually seamless seams between the inlaid semi-precious stones. The underside of the stone slab often shows hand-cut sawing marks, while the carved gilded timber base will exhibit age-appropriate patination and natural wear to the gilding.

Position the table as a focal point in a spacious entryway, foyer, or formal reception room to highlight its detailed craftsmanship. Complement the black and gold palette with minimalist contemporary seating or subtle architectural lighting.

Dust the stone surface regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and clean spills immediately to prevent etching from acidic liquids. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, using only pH-neutral stone soaps, and keep carved gilt wood bases away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.
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