Polychrome Jasper Freeform - Height: 23 cm - Width: 15.1 cm- 2155 g
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Polychrome Jasper freeform specimen from Madagascar, on a personal stand, weighing 2155 g with dimensions 23 cm high, 15.1 cm wide and 4.4 cm deep, featuring a polished surface and rich brick red, ochre and cream tones.
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Polychrome Jasper Freeform – Warm Red, Ochre & Cream Tones – Madagascar
A striking polished Polychrome Jasper freeform from Madagascar, distinguished by its strong upright silhouette and its rich combination of warm earthy colours.
The specimen is dominated by intense brick red, burnt orange, ochre and warm brown tones, contrasted by broad areas of cream, pale grey and soft beige. These colours merge in large, flowing mineral zones, creating a dramatic natural composition with a strong landscape-like character.
The polished surface enhances the depth of the colour and reveals subtle tonal transitions, fine internal veins and natural mineral boundaries. One side is particularly warm and saturated, with broad red-orange areas surrounding a lighter central zone, while the reverse displays softer cream and beige fields bordered by darker iron-rich tones.
Its tall, tapered freeform shape gives the piece a distinctly sculptural presence. The asymmetrical outline follows the natural character of the stone, while the smooth high-gloss finish highlights the contrast between the different mineral areas.
Polychrome Jasper is appreciated for its wide range of naturally occurring earthy colours, produced by varying mineral inclusions within the silica-rich material.
A highly decorative Madagascan specimen, combining strong warm coloration, natural abstract patterning and an elegant polished form.
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About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Polychrome Jasper Freeform – Warm Red, Ochre & Cream Tones – Madagascar
A striking polished Polychrome Jasper freeform from Madagascar, distinguished by its strong upright silhouette and its rich combination of warm earthy colours.
The specimen is dominated by intense brick red, burnt orange, ochre and warm brown tones, contrasted by broad areas of cream, pale grey and soft beige. These colours merge in large, flowing mineral zones, creating a dramatic natural composition with a strong landscape-like character.
The polished surface enhances the depth of the colour and reveals subtle tonal transitions, fine internal veins and natural mineral boundaries. One side is particularly warm and saturated, with broad red-orange areas surrounding a lighter central zone, while the reverse displays softer cream and beige fields bordered by darker iron-rich tones.
Its tall, tapered freeform shape gives the piece a distinctly sculptural presence. The asymmetrical outline follows the natural character of the stone, while the smooth high-gloss finish highlights the contrast between the different mineral areas.
Polychrome Jasper is appreciated for its wide range of naturally occurring earthy colours, produced by varying mineral inclusions within the silica-rich material.
A highly decorative Madagascan specimen, combining strong warm coloration, natural abstract patterning and an elegant polished form.
Seller's Story
Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale
We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures.
About Latiaxis S.r.l.
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers.
Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Details
Main mineral
Polychrome Jasper
Mineral form
Freeform
Supplement
on personal stand
Weight
2155 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
23 cm
Width
15.1 cm
Depth
4.4 cm
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