Large Vivid Blue Kyanite with Lustrous Interlocking Prismatic Crystal Blades Majestic Natural Sculpture of Intergrown Bladed Crystals on a Rotating Display Stand - Height: 388 mm - Width: 108 mm- 3252 g - (1)

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Georgia Foteinou
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Holds BSc in geology and post-graduate qualifications in geochemistry.

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A large vivid blue kyanite sculpture with intergrown prismatic crystals on a rotating black metal display stand, originating from Brazil, weighing 3,252 g and measuring 388 mm high, 108 mm wide and 98 mm deep.

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Natural Formation - Lamellar and Prismatic Crystals — An specimen that stands out for its size and beauty, this Blue Cyanite is a true geological monument coming from the fertile mineral lands of Brazil. With a weight exceeding 3.2 kilograms and a height approaching 39 centimeters, this piece is a natural sculpture of rare magnificence. Its slender, vertical form is enhanced by an elegant, custom-made black metal rotating base, designed to transform contemplation into a dynamic and complete experience. From a mineralogical point of view, the specimen is a superb manifestation of the crystallization of cyanite. Its structure is a dense and complex interweaving of lamellar and prismatic crystals that intersect in every direction, creating a tactile and visually fascinating surface. The play of light on its surface, endowed with a luster ranging from vitreous to pearly, is magnificent. The color is the true protagonist: a deep, vibrant blue, with shades ranging from deep sapphire blue to the lighter cerulean. This chromatic saturation, coupled with the complexity of its form, instantly catches the eye, making Cyanite a focal point in any environment, whether a professional study, a modern living area, or a wonder room for collectors. Cyanite, whose alternative name “Distene” derives from Greek and means “double strength” due to its variable hardness, is a highly sought-after mineral. Finding specimens of these monumental dimensions, with such a rich color and aesthetically refined formation, is an exceptional event. This lot represents a unique opportunity to add a museum-quality piece to one’s collection, a powerful and spectacular fragment of Earth’s creative force.

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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Natural Formation - Lamellar and Prismatic Crystals — An specimen that stands out for its size and beauty, this Blue Cyanite is a true geological monument coming from the fertile mineral lands of Brazil. With a weight exceeding 3.2 kilograms and a height approaching 39 centimeters, this piece is a natural sculpture of rare magnificence. Its slender, vertical form is enhanced by an elegant, custom-made black metal rotating base, designed to transform contemplation into a dynamic and complete experience. From a mineralogical point of view, the specimen is a superb manifestation of the crystallization of cyanite. Its structure is a dense and complex interweaving of lamellar and prismatic crystals that intersect in every direction, creating a tactile and visually fascinating surface. The play of light on its surface, endowed with a luster ranging from vitreous to pearly, is magnificent. The color is the true protagonist: a deep, vibrant blue, with shades ranging from deep sapphire blue to the lighter cerulean. This chromatic saturation, coupled with the complexity of its form, instantly catches the eye, making Cyanite a focal point in any environment, whether a professional study, a modern living area, or a wonder room for collectors. Cyanite, whose alternative name “Distene” derives from Greek and means “double strength” due to its variable hardness, is a highly sought-after mineral. Finding specimens of these monumental dimensions, with such a rich color and aesthetically refined formation, is an exceptional event. This lot represents a unique opportunity to add a museum-quality piece to one’s collection, a powerful and spectacular fragment of Earth’s creative force.

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 Vivid Blue Kyanite with Lustrous Interlocking Prismatic Crystal Blades
Mineral form
Majestic Natural Sculpture of Intergrown Bladed Crystals on a Rotating Display Stand
Supplement
Extra Large Brazilian Blue Kyanite Sculpture
Weight
3252 g
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
388 mm
Width
108 mm
Depth
98 mm
ItalyVerified
14192
Objects sold
98.42%
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