Tiger's-Eye Fish on Amethyst Base. Artist: Unknown . Idar-Oberstein, Germany. ...

Description

Tiger's-Eye Fish on Amethyst Base
Artist: Unknown
Idar-Oberstein, Germany

Carved in the tradition of Idar-Oberstein's renowned gemstone artistry, this graceful sculpture depicts a tropical fish rendered from golden-brown Tiger's-Eye Quartz. The natural chatoyancy of the material gives the fish a captivating, lifelike shimmer, with light gliding across its surface to emphasize the fluidity of form. The carving is mounted atop a richly colored Amethyst crystal base, whose sparkling drusy adds textural contrast and visual interest to the composition. A harmonious blend of warm and cool tones, the piece captures the elegance of aquatic life through the lens of fine lapidary craftsmanship.
Overall Measurements: 4.50 x 3.50 x 1.75 inches (11.43 x 8.89 x 4.44 cm)

Provenance: Property of a Distinguished Southern California Collector

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