66: AN 18TH CENTURY ITALIAN SCAGLIOLA PANEL

The depiction of a winged figure driving swans from within a chariot, the scagliola panel framed in thick black slate.

A piece of paper verso from an unknown source offers provenance for this piece.

The scagliola technique originated in Italy in the 17th-century and served as a substitute for the more difficult and expensive pietra dura and mosaic inlay decorative techniques.
Measures 11 x 14 inches.
Very good original condition, there are no issues of damage or repair, light wear at some edges.
$300 - $500