Agate
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Agate is a type of stone that is highly sought after in the decorative arts. /technique/lapidary/Lapidary is the art of cutting and polishing stones, such as agate, to create beautiful pieces of art, /technique/mosaic/mosaic, /style/pietra-dure/inlay, pietra dure. Agate has been used in this way since Roman times, and its popularity has only grown since then.

Agate is a type of quartz that is known for its banded patterns, which can range from light to dark. It is found in many different colors, such as pink, blue, and green. The stone is often used to make jewelry, /antiques/art-works/european-sculpture/sculptures, and other decorative items. Agate is also a popular choice for antique collectors, as it is often found in pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Agate is a timeless stone that has been used in decorative arts for centuries. Its unique banded patterns and vibrant colours make it a popular choice for lapidary art. Whether you are looking for a piece of antique agate or a /style/grand-tour/grand tour object, agate is a great choice for any decorative art collection.

17th century Italian Baroque cabinet with lapis lazuli and agate inlays, ebony exterior by Nicholas Wells Antiques
17th century Italian Baroque ebony cabinet by Nicholas Wells Antiques with geometric tortoiseshell inlay and lion claw feet
17th Century Italian Cabinet
Nicholas Wells Antiques
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North Italian Rosewood secretaire with hardstone inlay attributed to Giovanni Battista Maroni sold by Nicholas Wells Antiques
North Italian secretaire with inlaid hardstone details by Giovanni Battista Maroni, offered by Nicholas Wells Antiques
North Italian Secretaire, Attributed to Giovanni Battista Maroni
Nicholas Wells Antiques
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18th century Ottoman polished hardstone and aventurine casket by Nicholas Wells Antiques, elegant gilt tombak design
18th century Ottoman hardstone and gilt tombak casket with aventurine panels by Nicholas Wells Antiques
Ottoman Hardstone And Gilt Tombak Casket
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Vintage Crystal and Shell Grotto Mirror featuring shells, corals, stones, and agate on a giltwood frame, circa 1950.
Vintage Crystal and Shell Grotto Mirror close-up showing shells, corals, stones, fossils, and crystals on giltwood frame.
Vintage Crystal and Shell Grotto Mirror
Nicholas Wells Antiques
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Early 18th century two-piece cutlery with agate handles and leather case by Nicholas Wells Antiques
Two-piece cutlery with agate handles
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Agate Specimen
Collection CK10
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19th century silver gilt tray with rock crystal engraving and enamel mounts by Karl Rössler, Nicholas Wells Antiques
Close-up of 19th century Karl Rössler silver gilt tray with carved crystal mask and engraved rock crystal scene by Nicholas Wells Antiques
Karl Rössler
Nicholas Wells Antiques
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