Fine Italian micromosaic plaque, Europa, c. 1820, Rome, The Rape of Europa, multicolor stone inlay, very detailed and finely rendered, the plaque mounted in silver inner frame within velvet-lined parcel gilt wood frame, 2"h x 3"w (mosaic), 6.5"h x 7.5"w (frame)

Provenance: A Private Collection: 57 West 58th Street, NYC

Notes/Literature: For a nearly identical example: Christie's, Live Auction 6633, IMPORTANT GOLD BOXES, OBJECTS OF VERTU..., December 12, 2002, lot 261 - Sold $15,775 (premium)

Good, mosaic well preserved, some silver polish deposits to silver frame bezel **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.