Large Antique Micro-Mosaic of the Doves of Pliny, Hard Stone Plaque, 1825-1850

This Fine, circular micromosaic plaque shows four doves drinking water from a golden bowl, upon which they perch. The Classical design for the mosaic is taken from one found in the Roman Emperor Hadrian's villa in the 2nd century AD. Hadrian's mosaic, which was on the floor as is traditional, was probably based on a design by Sosus of Pergamon, a Greek master artist. Known as the Capitoline Doves...

19th Century Italian micro mosaic grand tour paperweight - The Doves of Pliny. Rome - Circa 1870. Cartouche shaped black slate ground, inset ...

Italian, likely Circa 1880. This beautiful box has an exceptional Grand Tour Micro-mosaic plaque depicting the Capitoline Doves or Doves of Pliny after the Roman antiquity. Also by ...

A micromosaic made of tiny glass threads (tesserae) in different shapes and shades representing the doves of Pliny, Rome, atelier Giacomo Raffaelli, circa 1800, in a later silver mou...

Frame Size: Height: 23.25″ x Width: 26.75″ Frame Thickness: 4″ Picture Size: Height : 16″ x Width: 19.75″ Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of nature with this exquisite Italian Antique Micro Mosaic Picture depicting pigeons in a serene moment of drinking water. Crafted with meticulous artistry, this captivating artwork showcases the intricate micro mosaic technique, capturing the elegance and allure of these birds in stunning detail. The micro mosaic picture presents a remarkable depiction of pigeons, with countless gold-colored metal bowl tesserae meticulously arranged to create a lifelike image. The shimmering effect of the gold tesserae adds an extra dimension of elegance and sophistication to the artwork, enhancing the visual impact of the pigeons in their tranquil activity. The artwork is accompanied by an antique frame that adds to its allure, measuring at a height of 23.25″ and width of 26.75″. With a thickness of 4″, the frame provides depth and prominence, enhancing the overall presentation of the micro mosaic picture. The picture itself measures 16″ in height and 19.75″ in width, allowing for a closer appreciation of the intricate mosaic details and the graceful movement of the pigeons. This Italian Antique Micro Mosaic Picture of Pigeons serves as a testament to the rich heritage of Italian micro mosaic art...

Square mosaic fragment depicting part of a dove by a water basin, inspired by the celebrated ancient motif known as the “Doves of Pliny.” The composition intentionally retains a frag...

Good large scale 19th Century Italian panel of 'The Doves of Pliny'. In the original walnut frame, with bronze pattern.

Victorian micro mosaic brooch in 18-karat gold micro-mosaic. Grand Tour brooch in micro-mosaic depicting doves drinking from a bowl filled with water, or "Pliny's Doves," on a black ...

An Exceptional and Highly Important Micromosaic Gold Mounted Jasper Snuff Box, most probably by Gioacchino Barberi with the box likely by Moulinié, ...

In this 24 kt gilded bronze box with hand-painted floral motifs is set a beautiful micromosaic (circa 1850) depicting the Pliny's Doves. The "Vatican Mosaic Studio", in which this mi...