Large Hand-Carved Polished Agate Bowl from Brazil - Elegant Interior Item - Height: 105 mm - Width: 300 mm- 5357 g - (1)

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Hand-sculpted and polished agate bowl from Brazil, an elegant decorative object, 300 x 175 x 105 mm, weight 5357 g.

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Design decorative piece with a sparkling crystal cavity — This sumptuous bowl, meticulously carved and hand-polished, is a masterpiece of natural art and craftsmanship. Carved from a single, imposing block of agate, it presents an organic, harmonious form, with softly rounded edges and an interior cavity that reveals the extraordinary beauty of the intrinsic crystalline formations. The dominant tones range from pearly white to pale gray, enriched by translucent bands and delicate amber and ochre hues that dance across the surface with an almost hypnotic effect. The concentric veins, characteristic of agate, create unique, unrepeatable patterns, testimony to the geological processes that shaped this mineral over millions of years. The cavity's interior features microcrystalline quartz aggregates that catch and reflect light with a discreet yet fascinating brilliance, adding depth and texture to the piece. Every curve and every glossy surface of this bowl has been treated with extreme care to enhance the natural luster and transparency of the material, transforming it into an object that is both functional and sculptural. Its size and weight give it a striking presence, making it a focal point in any environment, from the most modern to the most classical. The impeccable workmanship and the mineral’s integrity are evident in every detail, making it a high-value collectible. Agate, a microcrystalline variety of quartz, is renowned for its hardness and its ability to display extraordinarily varied bands of color. It typically forms inside cavities in volcanic rocks, where silica-rich solutions slowly deposit layer after layer. This specific bowl, with its harmonious color transitions and mirror-polished finish, is a magnificent example of the intrinsic beauty that nature can offer, enhanced by artisanal skill. An excellent specimen to enrich a collection of precious minerals or as a striking decorative element. Conditions: The specimen is in excellent condition, with polishing enhancing its intrinsic beauty. Irregularities and color variations are part of the mineral’s natural formation and are not defects. Final Technical Data: Name: Agate Bowl Provenance: Brazil Material: Agate Work: Hand-carved and hand-polished Dimensions: 300 x 175 x 105 mm Weight: 5357 grams Conditions: Good Lot Code: RUA-450 (utc)

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Design decorative piece with a sparkling crystal cavity — This sumptuous bowl, meticulously carved and hand-polished, is a masterpiece of natural art and craftsmanship. Carved from a single, imposing block of agate, it presents an organic, harmonious form, with softly rounded edges and an interior cavity that reveals the extraordinary beauty of the intrinsic crystalline formations. The dominant tones range from pearly white to pale gray, enriched by translucent bands and delicate amber and ochre hues that dance across the surface with an almost hypnotic effect. The concentric veins, characteristic of agate, create unique, unrepeatable patterns, testimony to the geological processes that shaped this mineral over millions of years. The cavity's interior features microcrystalline quartz aggregates that catch and reflect light with a discreet yet fascinating brilliance, adding depth and texture to the piece. Every curve and every glossy surface of this bowl has been treated with extreme care to enhance the natural luster and transparency of the material, transforming it into an object that is both functional and sculptural. Its size and weight give it a striking presence, making it a focal point in any environment, from the most modern to the most classical. The impeccable workmanship and the mineral’s integrity are evident in every detail, making it a high-value collectible. Agate, a microcrystalline variety of quartz, is renowned for its hardness and its ability to display extraordinarily varied bands of color. It typically forms inside cavities in volcanic rocks, where silica-rich solutions slowly deposit layer after layer. This specific bowl, with its harmonious color transitions and mirror-polished finish, is a magnificent example of the intrinsic beauty that nature can offer, enhanced by artisanal skill. An excellent specimen to enrich a collection of precious minerals or as a striking decorative element. Conditions: The specimen is in excellent condition, with polishing enhancing its intrinsic beauty. Irregularities and color variations are part of the mineral’s natural formation and are not defects. Final Technical Data: Name: Agate Bowl Provenance: Brazil Material: Agate Work: Hand-carved and hand-polished Dimensions: 300 x 175 x 105 mm Weight: 5357 grams Conditions: Good Lot Code: RUA-450 (utc)

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Large Hand-Carved Polished Agate Bowl from Brazil -
Mineral form
Elegant Interior Item
Supplement
Exquisite Polished Agate Bowl
Weight
5357 g
Country of origin
Brasile
Height
105 mm
Width
300 mm
Depth
175 mm
ItalyVerified
14174
Objects sold
98.44%
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