LAZURITE

Lot 42
26.05.2022 11:00UTC +00:00
Classic
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£ 1 512
AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUnited Kingdom, London
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ID 770484
Lot 42 | LAZURITE
Estimate value
£ 3 000 – 5 000
With sharp, well-formed edges that are far superior to the more common rounded examples, this large impressive Lazurite glows with the richest indigo-blue colour you could ever hope for in one of these specimens.Close observation reveals that this particular example has its own special history. It seems that at some point this crystal group grew back around on itself, in effect enveloping and “swallowing up” a portion of its matrix. This resulted in the creation of a geode of sorts, with an open cavity in the back protecting a portion of the remaining and nicely contrasting white marble crystals. This has certainly enhanced the geometry of this superlative example, giving it unique symmetry, balance and aesthetics.41/2 x 23/4 x 2in. (11 x 7 x 5cm.)
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