Vivid Red Jasper - Scarlet Red Freeform Polished Sculpture, - Height: 434 mm - Width: 138 mm- 12180 g - (1)

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One object, Jasper rosso vivido from Brazil, a lucid free-form sculpture in jasper, weighing 12,180 g with dimensions 434 mm high, 138 mm wide and 137 mm deep.

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A natural work of art from the heart of Brazil, perfect for demanding collectors. — This exceptional piece of Red Jasper presents itself as a highly polished freeform sculpture, its sinuous and organic shape masterfully carved to enhance its rich colorations. The surface flaunts an intense scarlet hue, dotted with fascinating white veining that dances along the mineral, creating a dynamic visual contrast and an aesthetic of deep beauty. The impeccable polish gives the piece a brilliance that catches the light, highlighting its intrinsic quality and fine texture. Red Jasper, a variety of opaque chalcedony, is renowned for its tones ranging from orange to deep brick red. These colorations are the result of iron oxide inclusions during its formation. Geologically, jasper forms in sedimentary or volcanic environments, where silica deposits and consolidates, incorporating minerals that confer its characteristic coloration and unique veining. Its hardness and ability to take a high polish make it a favored material for sculptures and decorative objects since ancient times. This piece, weighing over twelve kilograms, is not just a mineral, but a true artistic statement. Its imposing height makes it a focal point in any setting, whether a modern living room, a professional studio, or a refined mineral collection. The combination of significant size, vibrant color, and excellent finish elevates it to the rank of a design object, capable of adding a touch of elegance and natural beauty. Each angle reveals new shades and play of light, inviting observation and contemplation. From Brazil, a land rich in gems and high-quality minerals, this jasper attests to the magnificence of nature and the craftsmanship that has managed to enhance its intrinsic forms. An specimen of such grandeur and beauty represents a meaningful investment for collectors and mineral enthusiasts, offering not only a striking decorative element but also a piece of Earth’s geological history. The slight irregularities or surface lines visible are an integral part of the stone’s nature and its workmanship, not defects.

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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A natural work of art from the heart of Brazil, perfect for demanding collectors. — This exceptional piece of Red Jasper presents itself as a highly polished freeform sculpture, its sinuous and organic shape masterfully carved to enhance its rich colorations. The surface flaunts an intense scarlet hue, dotted with fascinating white veining that dances along the mineral, creating a dynamic visual contrast and an aesthetic of deep beauty. The impeccable polish gives the piece a brilliance that catches the light, highlighting its intrinsic quality and fine texture. Red Jasper, a variety of opaque chalcedony, is renowned for its tones ranging from orange to deep brick red. These colorations are the result of iron oxide inclusions during its formation. Geologically, jasper forms in sedimentary or volcanic environments, where silica deposits and consolidates, incorporating minerals that confer its characteristic coloration and unique veining. Its hardness and ability to take a high polish make it a favored material for sculptures and decorative objects since ancient times. This piece, weighing over twelve kilograms, is not just a mineral, but a true artistic statement. Its imposing height makes it a focal point in any setting, whether a modern living room, a professional studio, or a refined mineral collection. The combination of significant size, vibrant color, and excellent finish elevates it to the rank of a design object, capable of adding a touch of elegance and natural beauty. Each angle reveals new shades and play of light, inviting observation and contemplation. From Brazil, a land rich in gems and high-quality minerals, this jasper attests to the magnificence of nature and the craftsmanship that has managed to enhance its intrinsic forms. An specimen of such grandeur and beauty represents a meaningful investment for collectors and mineral enthusiasts, offering not only a striking decorative element but also a piece of Earth’s geological history. The slight irregularities or surface lines visible are an integral part of the stone’s nature and its workmanship, not defects.

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
Vivid Red Jasper - Scarlet Red
Mineral form
Freeform Polished Sculpture,
Supplement
Polished Red Jasper Sculpture
Weight
12180 g
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
434 mm
Width
138 mm
Depth
137 mm
ItalyVerified
14269
Objects sold
98.36%
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