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Neoclassical Italian Center Table with Imperial Porphyry Marble Tabletop

Offered by: Veneziani Arte srl

Description
Base in walnut and ebonized wood of the Directoire period of the late 18th century, made with special care and 'original choice of the Radica and marquetry. Provenance from an aristocratic family descendant of Parma. Measurements: cm 120 x 120 This particular Imperial grade of porphyry came from a quarry in the Eastern Desert of Egypt. The term "porphyry" is from Latin and means "purple". Purple was the color of royalty, and the "Imperial Porphyry" was a deep brownish purple igneous rock with large crystals of plagioclase. This rock was prized for various monuments and building projects in Imperial Rome and later.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Porphyry
Condition:	Good. ear consistent with age and use
Creation Date:	1795
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Neoclassical
Dealer Reference #:	GV985921676732
Incollect Reference #:	428758

Dimensions

W.	47.25 in;	H.	36.23 in;	D.	47.25 in;
W.	120.02 cm;	H.	92.02 cm;	D.	120.02 cm;

Message from Seller:

The VENEZIANI family comes from an important antique dealer’s dynasty, and has been active in this field since 1883, in Italy and across the the world. Our Gallery specializes in furniture, lighting, paintings and works of art, all of the highest quality, often including commissioned items of important provenance. At Galleria Veneziani,we search the world to gather the highest quality, distinctive antique home furnishings.