Lapis Lazuli Free Form - Extra Quality Lapislazzuli - Height: 160 mm - Width: 120 mm- 1242 g - (1)






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Abstract sculpture in premium lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, a freeform lapis lazuli sculpture weighing 1,242 g with dimensions 160 by 120 by 60 mm.
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Abstract Sculpture in Premium Lapis Lazuli — A block of lapis lazuli shaped into sharp, irregular lines that highlight the stone's intrinsic strength. The deep, saturated blue dominates the surface, interrupted by pale spots and veins, due to calcite, scattered like fragments of light within a night sky. The polishing brings out the natural contrasts, creating visual plays that change with the angle and light. Lapis lazuli, a natural mixture of lazurite, calcite, and traces of pyrite, is one of the oldest stones known to man, valued since ancient times as a symbol of power and knowledge. In this abstract sculpture, its millennial history meets a modern language: the geometric and irregular forms detach from the classical idea of harmonious smoothness and carry the stone into a contemporary, almost sculptural dimension. This specimen is not limited to being a mineral for collection, but becomes a natural work of art, a dialogue between geology and creativity. The pale veins, contrasting with the deep blue, create a visual balance that recalls imaginary landscapes, architectural structures, or abstract fragments of an inner world. A sculpture that combines elegance and character, perfect for those seeking a strong aesthetic impact object, capable of distinguishing itself and telling a story unlike any other.
Seller's Story
Abstract Sculpture in Premium Lapis Lazuli — A block of lapis lazuli shaped into sharp, irregular lines that highlight the stone's intrinsic strength. The deep, saturated blue dominates the surface, interrupted by pale spots and veins, due to calcite, scattered like fragments of light within a night sky. The polishing brings out the natural contrasts, creating visual plays that change with the angle and light. Lapis lazuli, a natural mixture of lazurite, calcite, and traces of pyrite, is one of the oldest stones known to man, valued since ancient times as a symbol of power and knowledge. In this abstract sculpture, its millennial history meets a modern language: the geometric and irregular forms detach from the classical idea of harmonious smoothness and carry the stone into a contemporary, almost sculptural dimension. This specimen is not limited to being a mineral for collection, but becomes a natural work of art, a dialogue between geology and creativity. The pale veins, contrasting with the deep blue, create a visual balance that recalls imaginary landscapes, architectural structures, or abstract fragments of an inner world. A sculpture that combines elegance and character, perfect for those seeking a strong aesthetic impact object, capable of distinguishing itself and telling a story unlike any other.
