Vivid Pink Rhodochrosite Displaying Ornate Stalactitic and Banded Formations Exquisite Polished Freeform Revealing Concentric Pinks and Ornate Inner Patterns - Height: 225 mm - Width: 125 mm- 2144 g - (1)
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Selected by Antonio Rapisarda
Holds a master’s in chemistry with 25 years’ experience in minerals consulting.
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Vivid pink rhodochrosite slice from Argentina, exquisitely polished into a freeform display mounted on a dark wood and brass base, showing concentric pink bands and ornate interior patterns.
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Top Quality Mineral on Wood and Brass Artistic Base — An exceptional specimen of rhodochrosite from Argentina, presented as a true natural sculpture. This piece, skillfully cut and polished to reveal its inner soul, is mounted on an elegant dark wooden base with a gilded metal support, which enhances its beauty and transforms it into a highly prized collectible. The surface of the mineral is a masterpiece of colors and forms. Vibrant shades of pink, ranging from intense raspberry to candy pink, intertwine in concentric bands and orbital patterns, creating the characteristic "eyes" typical of the stalactitic formations of this gem. These rosy bands are beautifully interspersed with layers of white and cream, which accentuate the chromatic dynamism. Each circle and every line on this slab tells a millennia-old geological story. The specimen is a cross-section of a stalactite, where each concentric layer represents a different phase of its growth. The mirror polish not only intensifies color saturation but also allows appreciation of every minute detail, including a central rougher portion that reveals the internal microcrystallization, adding an fascinating textural contrast. With a weight of over two kilograms and substantial dimensions, this piece has a remarkable stage presence. The freeform, organic shape, coupled with the perfection of the polish, makes it a sophisticated decorative element and a focal point in any environment, whether a professional studio, a modern living room, or a contemporary Wunderkammer. The Argentinian rhodochrosite is famous worldwide under the name "Inca Rose," linked to ancient legends that regarded it as the petrified blood of kings and queens. This specimen is not only a high-quality mineral but also a piece of history and natural art, an aesthetic and collecting investment meant to preserve and enhance its charm over time.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateTop Quality Mineral on Wood and Brass Artistic Base — An exceptional specimen of rhodochrosite from Argentina, presented as a true natural sculpture. This piece, skillfully cut and polished to reveal its inner soul, is mounted on an elegant dark wooden base with a gilded metal support, which enhances its beauty and transforms it into a highly prized collectible. The surface of the mineral is a masterpiece of colors and forms. Vibrant shades of pink, ranging from intense raspberry to candy pink, intertwine in concentric bands and orbital patterns, creating the characteristic "eyes" typical of the stalactitic formations of this gem. These rosy bands are beautifully interspersed with layers of white and cream, which accentuate the chromatic dynamism. Each circle and every line on this slab tells a millennia-old geological story. The specimen is a cross-section of a stalactite, where each concentric layer represents a different phase of its growth. The mirror polish not only intensifies color saturation but also allows appreciation of every minute detail, including a central rougher portion that reveals the internal microcrystallization, adding an fascinating textural contrast. With a weight of over two kilograms and substantial dimensions, this piece has a remarkable stage presence. The freeform, organic shape, coupled with the perfection of the polish, makes it a sophisticated decorative element and a focal point in any environment, whether a professional studio, a modern living room, or a contemporary Wunderkammer. The Argentinian rhodochrosite is famous worldwide under the name "Inca Rose," linked to ancient legends that regarded it as the petrified blood of kings and queens. This specimen is not only a high-quality mineral but also a piece of history and natural art, an aesthetic and collecting investment meant to preserve and enhance its charm over time.
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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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Vivid Pink Rhodochrosite Displaying Ornate Stalactitic and Banded Formations
Mineral form
Exquisite Polished Freeform Revealing Concentric Pinks and Ornate Inner Patterns
Supplement
Collector's Grade Argentinian 'Inca Rose' Slice
Weight
2144 g
Country of origin
Argentina
Height
225 mm
Width
125 mm
Depth
55 mm
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