Idar-Oberstein, Germany, Retailed by Asprey & Co. London, England This generously proportioned sculpture has been realistically carved to depict a sea lion resting atop a rock. Carved from a single large amethyst crystal, it displays an intense saturation of purple beneath its highly polished surface. A frosted finish has been provided to the base giving contrast in surface textures. The eyes are inset with cabochon cut amethyst. Inscribed with maker's mark GD for Gerd Dreher. Measuring 6 3/4 x 12in (30.4 x 17.8cm)
Idar-Oberstein, Germany, Retailed by Asprey & Co. London, England This generously proportioned sculpture has been realistically carved to depict a sea lion resting atop a rock. Carved from a single large amethyst crystal, it displays an intense saturation of purple beneath its highly polished surface. A frosted finish has been provided to the base giving contrast in surface textures. The eyes are inset with cabochon cut amethyst. Inscribed with maker's mark GD for Gerd Dreher. Measuring 6 3/4 x 12in (30.4 x 17.8cm)
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