Lapis Lazuli Carving of an Elephant Head
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Lapis Lazuli Carving of an Elephant Head
The elephant's head carved from a single specimen of lapis lazuli, with inset ruby cabochon eyes and white agate tusks, raised on a brass stem above a polished rock crystal quartz base. Measuring 6 1/2 x 4 x 5 1/2 in
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Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio
Following a second-generation family tradition in the fabrication of objets d'art, Luis' studio specializes in the carving of ruby. The second hardest stone after diamond, few artists have managed to successfully work this mineral since it requires a very advanced technique for carving and polishing. His works are displayed in museums in the United States and Europe and are enjoyed by private collectors around the world.
The elephant's head carved from a single specimen of lapis lazuli, with inset ruby cabochon eyes and white agate tusks, raised on a brass stem above a polished rock crystal quartz base. Measuring 6 1/2 x 4 x 5 1/2 in
Footnotes:
Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio
Following a second-generation family tradition in the fabrication of objets d'art, Luis' studio specializes in the carving of ruby. The second hardest stone after diamond, few artists have managed to successfully work this mineral since it requires a very advanced technique for carving and polishing. His works are displayed in museums in the United States and Europe and are enjoyed by private collectors around the world.
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Excellent overall condition. No chips or damage is noted at this time.
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Lapis Lazuli Carving of an Elephant Head
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