PIETRA DURE Gemstone Art marble Inlay table antique MUST LOOK 1200 hrs of perfect craft, lapis, jasper,onyx Start Price USD 25,000.00 Current Price USD 25,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, May 13, 2008 End Time Tuesday, May 20, 2008 Location Vero Beach, FL See more about 'PIETRA DURE Gemstone Art marble Inlay table antique' Description It is my privilege to present to the eBay community this auction...This table has been the talk of Vero Beach, FL.THIS CAN BE THE MODERN ART YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING TO PUT IN THAT SHOWROOM OF YOURS. THIS TABLE IS THE ULTIMATE CONVERSATION PIECE!  I have recently lowered the auction price as we need to see it into a home within a tighter timeframe.ASK ME FOR BETTER PICTURESThis remarkable work of art was commissioned by an art dealer in the United States in 2007. This one-off, pietra dure masterpiece was skillfully executed with no less than 1200 hours of coveted inlay craftsmanship by a group of artisans that descend from the craftsmen of the Taj Mahal in India. The finish is seamless!The complicated, interlaced framework of the Venetian design motif is enriched with 10 different types of marble and 3 different semi-precious gemstones: lapis lazuli, onyx, and jasper.  Venetian masks are mirrored across the long dimension of the table.  The dimensions of the table are 6'x42"x1.5". Approximate weight is 500 lbs.The value was determined by an art dealer based out of Vero Beach whom evaluated the design integrity, craftsmanship, quantity and quality of semi-precious gemstones, and the condition of the table itself. The caliber of design seen in this table is second to none.It has recently been professionally polished as illustrated in the picture below and is in beautiful condition.  This is not a micro mosaic, this is pietra dure, the most coveted stone inlay technique to emerge from the Italian Renaissance. One can search long and hard, and will not find another table like this.  (We've tried) The exquisite beauty of this piece is not appreciable in a photograph. Up close and personal, the compositional quality and beauty of this tables particular stonework is truly magnificent and timeless. The rich colors and detail is overwhelming and make this table an absolute heirloom.*Nothing has ever been placed on this table.  *Upon request, more photographs and information will be made available to serious buyers only.  *If you are a serious buyer, do contact me prior to the end of the auction to discuss any and all inquiries.  Including those regarding the base.Note: This auction is for the tabletop only, the design of the inlay and tabletop is protected by the Berne Union for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Property and the Universal Copyright Convention.*It is currently located in Vero Beach, Florida; and is available for professional delivery within the continental United States.  Pickup is also an option.*I will accept cashiers check, money order, or personal check. Funds must clear before shipping. Shipping price includes insurance. Sales tax if buying from within the state of Florida.I am hosting this auction for an colleague and the owner of the tabletop, check my feedback and bid with confidence.  Place a Bid!