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BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
All auctions / Ethnographic / Double-Terminated Rock Crystal with Exceptional Clarity...
Extra Clear Channeler Quartz from Brazil on Stand — Presented on an elegant custom base, this specimen is an imposing clear Quartz crystal (rock crystal) from Brazil. The mineral was selected for its remarkable purity and subsequently worked to obtain a sculptural bifixed form, highlighting its transparency and monumental presence. The object stands out for its generous dimensions and dramatic presence, merging the raw beauty of natural material with a refined geometric design. Careful observation reveals a slender, balanced shape, sharpened to a point at both ends. The surface has been masterfully cut with flat, polished facets, acting as windows into the crystal’s interior. This treatment not only gives the specimen a modern geometry but also amplifies its optical quality. Light, passing through the quartz, creates a complex interplay of reflections, refractions, and iridescent glints. Inside are visible natural inclusions, veils, and internal fractures that attest to the crystal’s geological history and add depth and unique character to the piece. Quartz crystal (silicon dioxide) is the purest variety of quartz and forms in a wide range of geological environments, mainly within hydrothermal veins and pegmatites, where it grows slowly from silica-rich solutions. Large, highly transparent specimens, like the one in question, are particularly sought after. The workmanship on this crystal does not diminish its natural value; it transforms it into a work of art, where the craftsman’s skill has interpreted and enhanced the mineral’s intrinsic characteristics. This crystal stands as a true mineral sculpture. The minimalist support, consisting of a black wooden base and a steel rod, is designed to “suspend” the quartz in space, giving it an aura of a gallery piece. Its essential, luminous aesthetics make it a highly impactful decorative element, perfect for enriching contemporary interiors, professional studios, libraries, or becoming the focal point of a modern Wunderkammer (cabinet of curiosities). In short, this lot offers a Quartz crystal of notable size and quality. It is a piece that fascinates both mineral collectors, for the material’s purity, and design lovers, for its elegant form and its ability to dialogue with light and space. A physical and visual presence that captures the crystal essence of the Earth, transformed into a sophisticated display object."} } />
Estimate:$737.13
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