L956 retail 18th century Florentine gold leaf

18th century Florentine gold leaf mirror with faceted cut crystal hearts

these hand-woven Aubusson designs showcased great diversity in themes

” says Jean O'Reilly Barlow

agate is one of the most common materials used in the art of hand stone carving and has been recovered at a number of ancient sites

L956 retail 18th century Florentine gold leaf18th century Italian gilded scroll fragment mounted on a polished red and white hematoid quartz heart. The piece is inspired by "The Sacred Heart" in Catholic art history which symbolizes God's unconditional love for mankind. Together, the elements create a historically significant, figurative work of old and new. *Includes a lucite stand. Size: 8. 5" high x 6" wide x 1. 5" deep