Grand Tour oval micromosaic depicting St. Peter's Basilica, - Lot 285

Grand Tour oval micromosaic depicting St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, 19th century Small oval micromosaic of extremely fine tesserae, depicting a view of St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with Bernini's colonnade and St. Peter's Basilica in the background. The architectural decoration is treated with great precision, in a palette of warm, nuanced tones typical of Roman production for Grand Tour travelers. The micromosaic is mounted on a black oval support (glass or stone), showing slight traces of use and small chips around the edges. Please note: the reverse shows visible damage and wear, in keeping with the age of the object (see photographs). Italian work, Rome, 19th century. Dimensions : 4.5 × 4 cm Weight: approx. 20 g