Lot 111 , A pair of 19th century Italian micro-mosaic plaques, depicting figures beside waterfalls by Nicola de Vecchis, 4.5 x 3.25in., in gilt g
A pair of 19th century Italian micro-mosaic plaques, depicting figures beside waterfalls by Nicola de Vecchis, copper backed, one inscribed Vicole da ...., both inscribed verso 'Nicola Devecchis', 4.5 x 3.25in., in gilt gesso frames
Estimate £600-800
There is some visible dirt to both subjects and the waterfall scene on the left has some minor separation between the mosaic along the line where the water begins to fall over at the top, otherwise both pieces are in good order.
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Sold for £6,500