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A 19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Mounted Ebonised Wood Box
Mark Buckley Antiques
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A 19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Mounted Ebonised Wood Box

19th century
Description

A fine Italian 19th century pietra dura mounted ebonised wood box, of rectangular form with a hinged lid centred by a hardstone floral panel on a black ground, the stepped moulded sides fitted with a brass clasp and raised on turned bun feet, the interior fitted with a plain wooden lining.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Italian Pietra Dura Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1186579
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10636
Description
A fine Italian 19th century pietra dura mounted ebonised wood box, of rectangular form with a hinged lid centred by a hardstone floral panel on a black ground, the stepped moulded sides fitted with a brass clasp and raised on turned bun feet, the interior fitted with a plain wooden lining.

FREE DELIVERY – to mainland UK

We offer a ‘Try before you buy’ service so you know you will be 100% satisfied with your purchase.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Italian Pietra Dura Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186579
Dealers Internal Ref
10636
Mark Buckley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018
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A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet.
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Archive I A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet.

A 19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Mounted Ebonised Wood Box

Archive II A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet. View II
Archive III A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet. View III
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Mark Buckley Antiques
Telephone 07711 719 112
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Skipton
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Mark Buckley Antiques
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A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet.
A 19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Mounted Ebonised Wood Box
Ref: SA1186579
A 19th-century rectangular ebonised wood box featuring a pietra dura floral inlay of a white iris and red poppy on the lid, resting on small bun feet.
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A Pietra Dura box is a decorative storage casket featuring inlay artwork made from cut and polished hardstones, marbles, and semi-precious minerals. Originating in Renaissance Florence, this lapidary technique became widely produced on small wooden boxes as souvenir items during the 19th-century Grand Tour.

These boxes typically consist of an ebonised fruitwood, walnut, or mahogany body fitted with a stone inlay panel on the lid. The inlaid motifs are composed of sliced stones such as lapis lazuli, jasper, agate, and coloured marbles, often finished with brass escutcheons or key fittings.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display micro-gaps between stone seams cut by hand scroll saws, natural mineral inclusions, and light surface wear consistent with age. Look for traditional ebonising patina on the timber casing rather than modern black paint, along with period-appropriate lock mechanisms.

Place the box as a focal decorative object on a sideboard top, mantelpiece, or desk. It pairs effectively alongside leather-bound volumes, brass accessories, and muted botanical prints within classic or eclectic design schemes.

Dust the item gently using a dry, soft microfiber cloth to prevent scratching the polished hardstones or ebonised surface finish. Keep the object away from direct sunlight, open heat sources, and high humidity to prevent the timber chassis from warping or splitting.
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