1990s Inlaid Pietra Dura Gemstone World Globe on Brass Stand

Description

Vintage inlaid semi-precious gemstone tabletop terrestrial globe on a brass stand.A labor-intensive, beautiful work with hand-cut and inlaid stones including Tiger’s Eye, Jasper, Malachite, Quartz, Mother-of-Pearl, Turquoise and others to represent the continents and Blue Lapis for the oceans highlighted by thin brass ribbons for longitude and latitude lines.The patinated brass stand provides a nice contrast to the vibrant, glossy pearlescence of the globe and lends an old-world character.See

Dimensions

13ʺW × 13ʺD × 14.5ʺH

Styles

Traditional

Period

1990s

Country of Origin

United States

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Gemstone

Stone

Condition

Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color

Brass

Condition Notes

In good condition consistent with age and use. Patinated brass stand. Compass missing the needle.In good condition consistent with age and use.Patinated brass stand.Compass missing the needle.