A vibrant still life composition crafted from polished semi-precious and hardstones, applied in relief rather than traditionally inlaid. The imagery is built up sculpturally, allowing colour, translucency and polish to stand proud of the surface.

Still Life Relief Pietre Dure Panel reinterprets the classical Florentine mosaic technique by layering stones onto the substrate rather than setting them flush. Carefully cut elements of agate , amethyst , jasper , lapis and other hardstones are shaped, polished and applied to create a subtle three-dimensional effect.

This raised construction gives the fruit, leaves and vessel a tactile presence, enhancing the natural brilliance of each stone. The gloss surfaces catch light differently across each material, emphasising variation in colour, veining and translucency while preserving the painterly character associated with traditional Pietre Dure .

While rooted in the same meticulous craftsmanship as inlaid work, this approach introduces depth and sculptural richness, bridging decorative panel and low relief artwork. Suitable for wall panels, furniture embellishments and bespoke installations, each piece is composed to commission, with stone selection and subject matter tailored to the project.