Heart carved in refined citrine quartz with pink apophyllite - Citrine quartz crystals with sparkling golden-orange tones. - Height: 285 mm - Width: 215 mm- 3582 g - (1)

A Natural Golden-Hued Work of Art — This exceptional lot features a heart-shaped sculpture carved from a quartz matrix and covered with a glittering druse of citrine crystals. The smooth, polished shape of the heart magnificently frames the cavernous interior, where myriad crystal points of citrine quartz capture and reflect light with intense golden and orange glints. The vibrant color of citrine is natural and bears witness to a geological heating process that transformed amethyst quartz into this splendid golden variety. At the center of the heart, a distinctive pink inclusion of Apophyllite adds a delicate yet fascinating color contrast, creating a unique focal point and an engaging dialogue between the two mineralogies. The Apophyllite appears in a clustered formation, its pale-colored points rising elegantly from the sea of citrine crystals, enriching the composition and the aesthetic appeal of the work. The back of the heart shows the original geode matrix, with natural hues ranging from gray to beige, offering a rustic contrast and a testament to the piece’s rocky origin. This specimen has been skilfully polished along the outer edges to enhance its shape and surface luster, while the interior has been left in its natural crystalline formation. Ideal for interior decoration, to enrich a collection of rare minerals, or as a distinctive decorative element, this Citrine with Apophyllite heart is a true masterpiece of nature, elevated by human intervention. Its presence is dramatic, capable of catching the eye and sparking curiosity, making it a conversation piece and an aesthetic investment. The lot includes an elegant golden metal stand, designed to display the sculpture to its best advantage, allowing one to admire its beauty from every angle. This is not just a mineral, but a genuine work of natural art, combining the intrinsic beauty of the mineral kingdom with the aesthetics of a carved form. The irregularities and small color variations, as well as the presence of Apophyllite, are intrinsic characteristics of the piece’s natural formation and enhance its uniqueness and authenticity. The overall condition is good, as evidenced by the photographs, and the piece is ready to be placed in its new home or collection.