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Lot No. 19
A PIETRA DURA CABINET

This French Renaissance-style Pietra Dura cabinet exemplifies
exquisite late 19th-century craftsmanship. Crafted from
ebonised wood, it is adorned with brass inlays and detailed
ormolu mounts. The bombé-fronted body features a central
door decorated with a vibrant hardstone Pietra Dura design,
depicting a floral and fruit arrangement, including lilies of the
valley, forget-me-nots, cherries, and pears.
The top frieze showcases geometric ormolu mounts, while
Corinthian-inspired ormolu capitals and bases embellish
the columns flanking the three doors. Linear brass banding
accentuates the elegant curves, and the cabinet rests
gracefully on four ormolu mounted feet, a testament to its
luxurious design and superior artistry.
Size: 54.3 x 73.4 x 18.4 in (138 x 186.4 x 46.7 cm)
Medium: Wood & brass
Circa: Late 19th century

` 18,00,000 - 20,00,000 | $ 22,222 - 24,691
Provenance: Property from a Parsi collection based in Mumbai
This lot is over one hundred years old or National Art Treasure,
cannot be exported out of India as per Antiques and Art
Treasures Act, 1972 (payment only in Indian Rupees)