Inlays Collection

San Michele in Foro, Lucca, Tuscany, Central Italy
San Michele in Foro is a Roman Catholic basilica church in Lucca, Tuscany, central Italy, built over the ancient Roman forum

Inlay of Akhenaten or Nefertiti, New Kingdom, Armana period, c. 1353-1336 B. C. (glass)
2909762 Inlay of Akhenaten or Nefertiti, New Kingdom, Armana period, c.1353-1336 B.C. (glass) by Egyptian 13th Dynasty (c.1795-1700 BC); height: 4.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Landscape, Intarsia, detail of the wooden choir, 1545-46 (wood)
3736137 Landscape, Intarsia, detail of the wooden choir, 1545-46 (wood) by Venetiis, Cristoforo & Giuseppe Da (fl.16th century); Chiesa di San Prospero, Reggio Emilia, Emilia Romagna

Drawing-room window curtains and cabinet with inlays designed by George Bullock, 1777-1818
6339750 Drawing-room window curtains and cabinet with inlays designed by George Bullock, 1777-1818, marble sculptor and furniture designer of Tenterden Street, Hanover Square

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Indian, Inlays in Marble (colour litho)
2776920 Indian, Inlays in Marble (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian, Inlays in Marble)

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Two hand and foot inlays, New Kingdom, c. 1388-1292 B. C (glass)
2909764 Two hand and foot inlays, New Kingdom, c.1388-1292 B.C (glass) by Egyptian 13th Dynasty (c.1795-1700 BC); Private Collection; (add.info.: Including a hand in opaque blue glass)

Inlay of Akhenaten, New Kingdom, Armana period, c. 1353-1336 B. C. (glass)
2909763 Inlay of Akhenaten, New Kingdom, Armana period, c.1353-1336 B.C. (glass) by Egyptian 13th Dynasty (c.1795-1700 BC); height: 4.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

New-born Buddha 400s China Northern Wei dynasty
The New-born Buddha, 400s. China, Northern Wei dynasty (386-534). Gilt bronze with inlays of blue glass and turquoise; overall: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.); diameter of base: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.); base

Replica of the cult vessel with inlays. 20th BC. Neues Museu
Egyptian art. Replica of the cult vessel with inlays. 20th BC. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Deer calling in Autumn: Interior of a writing box (detail), black lacquer with Gold inlays, XVII century

Indian Shell-cutter: He is holding the shell with his feet and cutting through it with blade mounted on handle. Mother-of-Pearl or Nacre from shells was used for inlays, knife handles, buttons

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Inlays: A Glimpse into the Artistic Mastery of Ancient and Modern Times From the exquisite inlay of Akhenaten or Nefertiti during the New Kingdom's Armana period to the stunning San Michele in Foro church in Lucca, Tuscany, they have captivated art enthusiasts for centuries. These intricate designs, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, showcase the skill and creativity of artists throughout history. One remarkable example is a landscape intarsia found on a wooden choir dating back to 1545-46. This masterpiece transports viewers to another time as they marvel at its beauty. Similarly, George Bullock's cabinet with marble inlays designed for a drawing-room window curtain brings elegance and sophistication to any space. Traveling eastward, we encounter Indian marble sculptures adorned with colorful litho inlays. The vibrant hues breathe life into these masterpieces while showcasing India's rich artistic heritage. Additionally, two hand and foot glass inlays from Egypt's New Kingdom era offer insight into ancient craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Moving forward through history, we discover replicas such as the cult vessel with delicate inlays housed at Neues Museum. This artifact allows us to appreciate not only its original splendor but also modern efforts to preserve our cultural treasures. Shifting our focus towards Asia, we find ourselves mesmerized by a newborn Buddha statue from China's Northern Wei dynasty during the 400s. Its serene expression and intricate details demonstrate how even religious figures were adorned with precious materials like gold. Lastly, an enchanting scene unfolds within a black lacquer writing box featuring gold-inlaid depictions of deer calling out amidst autumnal landscapes. This piece exemplifies Japan's mastery of combining nature-inspired motifs with luxurious materials. Whether it be ancient Egyptian glasswork or contemporary Asian lacquerware embellished with gold accents –inlays continue to fascinate us.