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Rich Lapis Lazuli Pietre Dure Inlay Stone Tabletop

About the Item

Modern take on a classical Italian design with an exuberant use of semiprecious jewelry grade blue lapis lazuli stone.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Diameter: 59.06 in (150 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Lapis Lazuli,Marble,Stone
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Late 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Marbella, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU304439907861
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