Carved Madagascan Rose Quartzite Egg - Symbolizing life and renewal - Height: 125 mm - Width: 96 mm- 1653 g - (1)

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Hand-carved and hand-polished Madagascan rose quartzite egg, a collectors specimen weighing 1653 g and measuring 125 × 96 × 96 mm, illustrating life and renewal with natural inclusions and a mosaic of pink, beige, brown and grey tones.

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Universal symbol of life and renewal, finely carved and polished — This imposing ornamental egg has been skillfully carved and polished from a solid block of pink quartzite originating from Madagascar. The specimen showcases a peculiar color palette ranging from delicate pinkish-beige tones to deeper brown and gray accents, creating a fascinating visual mosaic. The surface, finely mirrored polished, enhances the mineral’s intricate crystalline texture, revealing natural inclusions and an intrinsic brilliance that captures light, highlighting its metamorphic origin and geological composition. Quartzite is a metamorphic rock composed almost entirely of quartz, formed through the alteration of quartz-rich sandstones under high pressure and temperature conditions. The veins and color variations visible in this specimen are the result of mineral inclusions, such as iron oxides, that became incorporated during metamorphism, giving each piece a unique character. An expert eye will appreciate the finesse of workmanship and the integrity of the form, which valorize the natural beauty of the raw material. The egg shape is universally recognized as a powerful symbol of life, rebirth, and creation, present in numerous cultures and traditions since ancient times. Coupled with the solidity and purity of quartz, this sculpture is not only a valuable decorative element but also an object of deep symbolic resonance, capable of infusing a sense of harmony and renewal into the surrounding environment. Its presence is ideal for enriching mineral collections, refined home interiors, or spaces dedicated to meditation. Small surface irregularities, color variations, and internal inclusions are intrinsic, natural characteristics of quartzite, testifying to the stone’s authenticity and geological origin. These details should not be regarded as defects, but rather distinctive elements that make each piece unique and unrepeatable, increasing its charm and collectible value. It is a piece that blends artisanal craftsmanship with the primordial beauty of nature, offering a magnificent focal point for any space. Name: Pink Quartzite Ornamental Egg Classification: Quartzite Origin: Madagascar Dimensions: 125 x 96 x 96 mm Weight: 1653 g Material: Natural Quartzite Work: Hand-carved and hand-polished Conditions: Natural, without restorations or treatments Lot Code: ZAR-218 +

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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Universal symbol of life and renewal, finely carved and polished — This imposing ornamental egg has been skillfully carved and polished from a solid block of pink quartzite originating from Madagascar. The specimen showcases a peculiar color palette ranging from delicate pinkish-beige tones to deeper brown and gray accents, creating a fascinating visual mosaic. The surface, finely mirrored polished, enhances the mineral’s intricate crystalline texture, revealing natural inclusions and an intrinsic brilliance that captures light, highlighting its metamorphic origin and geological composition. Quartzite is a metamorphic rock composed almost entirely of quartz, formed through the alteration of quartz-rich sandstones under high pressure and temperature conditions. The veins and color variations visible in this specimen are the result of mineral inclusions, such as iron oxides, that became incorporated during metamorphism, giving each piece a unique character. An expert eye will appreciate the finesse of workmanship and the integrity of the form, which valorize the natural beauty of the raw material. The egg shape is universally recognized as a powerful symbol of life, rebirth, and creation, present in numerous cultures and traditions since ancient times. Coupled with the solidity and purity of quartz, this sculpture is not only a valuable decorative element but also an object of deep symbolic resonance, capable of infusing a sense of harmony and renewal into the surrounding environment. Its presence is ideal for enriching mineral collections, refined home interiors, or spaces dedicated to meditation. Small surface irregularities, color variations, and internal inclusions are intrinsic, natural characteristics of quartzite, testifying to the stone’s authenticity and geological origin. These details should not be regarded as defects, but rather distinctive elements that make each piece unique and unrepeatable, increasing its charm and collectible value. It is a piece that blends artisanal craftsmanship with the primordial beauty of nature, offering a magnificent focal point for any space. Name: Pink Quartzite Ornamental Egg Classification: Quartzite Origin: Madagascar Dimensions: 125 x 96 x 96 mm Weight: 1653 g Material: Natural Quartzite Work: Hand-carved and hand-polished Conditions: Natural, without restorations or treatments Lot Code: ZAR-218 +

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
Carved Madagascan Rose Quartzite Egg -
Mineral form
Symbolizing life and renewal
Supplement
Collectors Specimen
Weight
1653 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
125 mm
Width
96 mm
Depth
96 mm
ItalyVerified
14214
Objects sold
98.42%
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