(3) Italian Venetian Glass Micromosaic Plaques, Cameos & ST. Mark'S Lion

Lot description

(lot of 3) Italian Venetian glass micromosaic plaques, each on black slate frame with goldstone inlay, including: (2) having central cameo depicting a Classical style portrait, inlaid lettering reading Ricordo Venezia (Remember Venice), flanked by Venetian/ Saint Mark's Lions, (one) shell cameo depicting young figure in toga, retaining Cheffins Auctions, United Kingdom label verso, floral plaque: approx 2"h, 3.25"w, overall: approx 3.25"h, 4.5"w, (one) black slate cameo depicting left-facing profile, floral plaque: approx 2.25"h, 3 3/8"w, overall: approx 3 3/8"h, 4 5/8"w; (1) central Venetian/ Saint Mark's Lion, among white and yellow flowers, entirely adorned with goldstone inlay, floral plaque: approx 1.75"h, 3.5"w, overall: approx 2.5"h, 4.25"w; all with some typical small chips to slate frame, 2.5lbs total Provenance: From the estate of Carl Carter (Texas, 1955-2023)