386. * Collection of 195 antique marble and hardstone samples in a mahogany case with twelve drawers, second half 19th century. A collection of 195 specimen marbles and hard stones within a mahogany cabinet, second half 19th century Of rectangular form, the lower drawer of larger size, each specimen inscribed with the name of the marble, the side with hinged door serving as blocking device for the drawers, 32cm wide, 27cm deep, 44cm high (12 1/2in wide, 10 1/2in deep, 17in high). Provenance Private Collection, Switzerland