$1,500
Italy, 1968 mixed semi-precious stones, slate 6½ h x 13½ w in (17 x 34 cm)
Richard Blow was an American artist in Italy working primarily in pietra dura, a process similar to mosaic in which stones are inlaid to form elaborate compositions.
Inlaid signature lower left corner. Incised inscription to verso: [Calderani (sigma) Fralassini VIII - 1968 Made in Italy Richard A Blow Montici '68]. Original painted frame.
result: $1,500
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Auctioneer:
Wright Auctions
Date:
2005-03-20