Bringen Sie Ihre Auktion zu Sammlern weltweit!
Jetzt eintragen lassenMit der Anmeldung stimmen Sie der Datenschutzrichtlinie zu. Jederzeit abmelden.
Barnebys HQ
Brahegatan 10
BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
Alle Auktionen / Etnografica / Vibrant Flame-Red Madagascar Carnelian Freeform...
Intense Natural Red Color with Internal Bands and Orbs This Madagascar-polished carnelian agate specimen captures attention with its vibrant red-orange and cream-white tones, arranged in a dynamic interweaving of bands and inner 'eyes'. The free-form shaping highlights the stone's intrinsic beauty, turning it into a natural sculpture that reveals the complex geology of its formation. The glossy surface reflects light, accentuating the depth and luster of the colors, and inviting close observation of its fascinating details. Carnelian is a variety of chalcedony, a mineral in the quartz family, whose distinctive color is due to the presence of iron oxides. The bands and spherulitic formations visible in this piece are typical of agates, indicating a layered deposition process of silica within rock cavities. Each layer tells a different phase of the mineral's growth, creating a unique pattern that makes every specimen one-of-a-kind. The more transparent areas alternate with the more opaque, giving a visual tridimensionality that further enriches the piece's aesthetics. From the rich mineral formations of Madagascar, this carnelian agate embodies the island's geological beauty and diversity. Madagascar is globally renowned for the quality and variety of its minerals, and this carnelian is an excellent example. Its warm, inviting coloration, combined with its organic shape and smooth surface, makes it a piece with great visual impact, capable of enriching any room. This piece is not just a mineral, but a natural work of art, a testament to millennia of geological processes. Its striking presence makes it ideal as a distinctive decorative element in a living room, a study, or a collection of fine minerals, adding a touch of elegance and color. It is a true collector's item, perfect for those who appreciate the pure, untreated beauty of nature, transformed into a work of art through careful polishing. Its good condition and lack of treatments make it an authentic and durable investment for enthusiasts.
Schätzpreis:€150
Zur AuktionAlle Objekte ansehen vonCatawikioderEtnografica
Schätzpreis:
€150
Two gilded bronze Singha temple lions, Thailand, first half of the 20th century
10/07/2026
€220
Schätzw.: €200
Bringen Sie Ihre Auktion zu Sammlern weltweit!
Jetzt eintragen lassen
