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Fine Quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford Marble Inlaid Pietra Dura Panel .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,053     $1,143
£900
M Lees and Sons

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Fine Quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford Marble Inlaid Pietra Dura Panel .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Fine quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford marble inlaid pietra dura panel .

Ashford black marble square panel skilfully inlaid with specimen marbles in a geometric design with a star motif to the centre . The multiple specimen samples including siena, malachite and ‘rice’ porphyry .

Now mounted in a complementary contemporary gilt-wood frame for hanging.

*The development of the local marble industry in Ashford-in-the-Water , Derbyshire, produced a thriving trade in the manufacture of marble objects in this area of England during the late C18th and C19th. The popularity of the industry flourished and inlaid pietra dura objects similar to those traditionally produced in the Italy , were highly sought-after . Fine examples of this type of work exist in the collections of some of the finest English countryhouses , and in particular at nearby Chatsworth House , family seat of The Devonshires. The Derby and Buxton museums also house collections.

H (panel) 8”

W “ 8”

D 1”

Overall 10”

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Ashford Marble Pietra Dura to the 1860s.

Independent Date Guide ID 06912718
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques Date1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1860s:
Hand-cut stone segments fitted into black ground: fine lapidary work from the period.
Fine light surface scratches on the black marble: many years of gentle handling.
Specimen stones including banded malachite and fossil limestone: nineteenth-century collector taste.
Eight-pointed star and compass geometry: popular mid-Victorian decorative layout.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA844674
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2110
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Fine quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford marble inlaid pietra dura panel .
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Ashford black marble square panel skilfully inlaid with specimen marbles in a geometric design with a star motif to the centre.
M Lees and Sons

. The multiple specimen samples including siena, malachite and ‘rice’ porphyry .

fig 1. A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.
fig 1. Fine Quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford Marble Inlaid Pietra Dura Panel .

Now mounted in a complementary contemporary gilt-wood frame for hanging.

The development of the local marble industry in Ashford-in-the-Water , Derbyshire, produced a thriving trade in the manufacture of marble objects in this area of England during the late C18th and C19th. The popularity of the industry flourished and inlaid pietra dura objects similar to those traditionally produced in the Italy , were highly sought-after . Fine examples of this type of work exist in the collections of some of the finest English countryhouses , and in particular at nearby Chatsworth House , family seat of The Devonshires. The Derby and Buxton museums also house collections.

H (panel) 8”

W “ 8”

D 1”

Overall 10”

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Ashford Marble Pietra Dura to the 1860s.

Independent Date Report ID 06912718
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques dating1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1860s:
Hand-cut stone segments fitted into black ground: fine lapidary work from the period.
Fine light surface scratches on the black marble: many years of gentle handling.
Specimen stones including banded malachite and fossil limestone: nineteenth-century collector taste.
Eight-pointed star and compass geometry: popular mid-Victorian decorative layout.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA844674
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2110
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.
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Archive I A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.

Fine Quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford Marble Inlaid Pietra Dura Panel .

Archive II A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View II
Archive III A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.
Archive V A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View V
Archive VI A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View VI
Archive VII A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View VII
Archive VIII A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View VIII
Archive IX A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View IX
Archive X A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View X
Archive XI A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View XI
Archive XII A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View XII
Archive XIII A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring. View XIII
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 370
Items Sold 1,602
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
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A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.
Fine quality C19th Derbyshire Ashford marble inlaid pietra dura panel .
Ref: SA844674
A square 19th-century Ashford black marble panel inlaid with colourful specimen marble geometric shapes forming a central star motif, set within a gilt wood frame with a top brass hanging ring.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialAshford Black Marble, Specimen Marbles, Malachite, Gilt Wood
  • ColourBlack and Multicoloured
  • MotifsEight-pointed star motif, Specimen marble inlay, Gilt frame with hanging ring, Geometric mosaic border
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This 1860 Victorian wall art piece consists of a Derbyshire Ashford black marble square panel with multicoloured specimen marble inlay. The pietra dura geometric design incorporates siena, malachite and rice porphyry samples forming a central eight-pointed star motif, set inside a gilt wood frame fitted with a top brass hanging ring. Visible details include corner mitres on the gold-toned moulding, subtle surface wear, and a circular brass hanging loop at the top edge. The overall dimensions measure 20 cm high, 20 cm wide, and 2 cm deep. Display this square decorative panel on a narrow wall space in a study, hallway, or gentleman's library to highlight the natural stone mosaic work. The compact proportions suit small wall areas between bookcases or alongside framed prints. Hang the piece securely at eye level using the integrated top brass ring to appreciate the intricate geological specimens and contrasting black marble background.

FAQs

Ashford Black Marble is a fine dark limestone quarried in Derbyshire, England, which was heavily utilized during the 19th century. Local craftspeople developed a specialized lapidary industry, crafting decorative panels by inlaying contrasting regional and imported specimen marbles into the dark base using techniques inspired by Italian pietra dura.

These panels typically feature a foundation of polished black limestone or marble inlaid with various coloured stones such as malachite, lapis lazuli, jasper, fluorspar, and exotic marbles, often secured within carved wooden or gilt metal frames.

Authentic pieces feature dense, deep-black native Derbyshire limestone with precision-fitted stone inlays displaying natural mineral veins. Antique examples often show minor historical surface wear, hand-cut stone geometric or floral motifs, and period-correct backing or framing.

Small specimen marble panels work effectively when integrated into a curated gallery wall or displayed on an easel atop a console table or desk. The contrast between the dark polished stone and gilt framing complements both traditional dark wood interiors and minimalist modern settings.

Dust the marble surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive sprays that can etch natural stone. Keep the item in a stable climate away from moisture, and handle the frame with care to protect gold leaf or gilding.
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