Malachite animal- 1564 g - (9)

Fascinating and varied collection consisting of 9 sculptures in natural malachite carved by hand, depicting subjects from the animal world and decorative carved elements. The lot is distinguished by the intense green color and by the characteristic concentric zonal veining typical of this mineral stone, enhanced by a beautiful glossy finish. Originating from a private family collection, gathered by the grandfather who resided in Africa for over 40 years.

Total number of pieces: 9 sculptures
Total overall weight: 1,563/1,564 g
Detail of the Pieces
- Flower-Shaped Sculpture / Large Support
Subject: Carved sculpture in the shape of a stylized flower/clover with three lobes, with a cross engraving on the top and a recessed bottom. Used as a decorative element or base for eggs/balls.
Material: Natural malachite with intense zonation and clearly defined concentric ring motifs ("eyes").
Weight: 328 grams
Conservation notes: Excellent overall condition with uniform luster.
- Crouching Lion
Subject: Lion in a crouching pose with a stylized carved design.
Material: Natural malachite with very defined shades and concentric circles.
Weight: 287 grams
Conservation notes: Good overall condition. Notable are slight natural wear on the edges and microscopic surface cavities typical of the raw stone.
- Elephant (Large)
Subject: Standing elephant with an ethnic charm.
Material: Malachite with dark green zonation and prominent luster.
Weight: 273 grams
Conservation notes: Sculpture intact in the body; the ear-hole cavities for the tusks are empty (original tusks not present).
- Flower-Shaped Sculpture / Medium Support
Subject: Carved flower/clover-shaped sculpture with upper engraving and lower recessed area. Likely an ornamental element or historical support base.
Material: Natural malachite with splendid concentric ring motifs and a brown natural matrix visible in the lower cavity.
Weight: 273 grams
Conservation notes: Very good overall condition. Shows natural porosity and the emergence of the rough matrix in the central lower part.
- Tortoise (Medium)
Subject: Tortoise with carapace finely carved to simulate scales.
Material: Malachite with intense green color and evident zoning on the carapace and head.
Weight: 178 grams
Conservation notes: Good condition. Noted a small natural irregularity or slight wear on the tip of the head.
- Mouse (or Small Hare)
Subject: Small stylized sculpture of a rodent in a curled position, enriched with colored details in the eyes (red).
Material: Malachite with evident zonation and well-polished surface.
Weight: 78 grams
Conservation notes: Very good overall condition.
- Penguin
Subject: Stylized penguin in an upright position.
Material: Malachite with a beautiful play of concentric veining following the body contours.
Weight: 71 grams
Conservation notes: Excellent overall condition, sculpture very well defined.
- Elephant (Medium)
Subject: Stylized elephant in a standing position with contrasting tusks and colored eye detail (blue).
Material: Malachite with clearly defined vertical veining, excellent luster.
Weight: 49 grams
Conservation notes: Very good overall condition.
- Elephant (Small)
Subject: Small elephant sculpture with simple carving and well-defined colored eyes (white and black).
Material: Malachite with dark zoning, polished surface.
Weight: 30 grams
Conservation notes: Good overall condition (one of the original tusks missing).