Old World Italian artistry……..

Rare 19th Century Micro Mosaic Stone Paperweight.

The base of the paperweight is done with black slate with Seven (7) inset and well executed micro-mosaics of vignettes of Ancient Roman Monuments.

Hard Stone was used throughout.

The detail it BEAUTIFUL…….

Paperweight measures   6  1/4″ Wide  x  4 1/2″ Tall  x  1/2″ Deep.

The mosaic scenes are incredible………color still sharp, no tiles missing.

Yes, there are chips on the slate base, see pictures.

Circa:  1860 – 1890

Roma, Italy

Wear commensurate with age and use.