Extraordinary Pair of Malachite Obelisk - High Quality Mineral for a Luxury Interior Item - Height: 397 mm - Width: 80 mm- 2861 g - (1)






Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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A pair of malachite obelisks from natural malachite from Congo, featuring mosaic surfaces, measuring 397 mm high by 80 mm wide by 80 mm deep and weighing 2,861 g.
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High Quality Mineral for a Luxury Interior Item — Exclusive Precious Specimen — This splendid pair of obelisks is made entirely of natural malachite, using a refined mosaic technique that maximizes the unique characteristics of this stone. Each surface displays the unmistakable malachite pattern, with its concentric swirls, bands and veins of deep green that intertwine in hypnotic and natural motifs, transforming the stone into a true work of art. The obelisks, symbols of power and of the connection between heaven and earth since ancient Egypt, are here reinterpreted as precious decorative elements: elegant lines and slender proportions blend with the color strength of malachite, creating an object that is not only decorative but also laden with symbolic meanings. The mosaic work allows for perfectly continuous surfaces that reflect light uniformly, highlighting the intensity of greens and the variety of the stone’s natural patterns. Objects like these were highly valued already in the Russian imperial courts and in European noble residences of the 19th century, where malachite was considered among the most precious ornamental stones. This pair of obelisks presents itself as a prestigious furnishing complement, perfect for enriching elegant interiors, studies, lounges, or environments that demand a touch of luxury. Each piece is at once sculpture, symbol, and precious fragment of nature transformed into art.
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High Quality Mineral for a Luxury Interior Item — Exclusive Precious Specimen — This splendid pair of obelisks is made entirely of natural malachite, using a refined mosaic technique that maximizes the unique characteristics of this stone. Each surface displays the unmistakable malachite pattern, with its concentric swirls, bands and veins of deep green that intertwine in hypnotic and natural motifs, transforming the stone into a true work of art. The obelisks, symbols of power and of the connection between heaven and earth since ancient Egypt, are here reinterpreted as precious decorative elements: elegant lines and slender proportions blend with the color strength of malachite, creating an object that is not only decorative but also laden with symbolic meanings. The mosaic work allows for perfectly continuous surfaces that reflect light uniformly, highlighting the intensity of greens and the variety of the stone’s natural patterns. Objects like these were highly valued already in the Russian imperial courts and in European noble residences of the 19th century, where malachite was considered among the most precious ornamental stones. This pair of obelisks presents itself as a prestigious furnishing complement, perfect for enriching elegant interiors, studies, lounges, or environments that demand a touch of luxury. Each piece is at once sculpture, symbol, and precious fragment of nature transformed into art.
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
