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LOT 1733
Natural History - Amethyst Crystal Section Group
4 3/8 - 5 1/4 in. (1.24 kg total, 11-13.3 cm).
A trio of differently sized amethyst geode sections with crystals of various sizes and shades of purple. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Brazil.
Mineral Imports, London, UK.
Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's).
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Natural History - Freeform Gogotte Display
Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
A substantial, naturally formed grey limestone gogotte. 975 grams, 14.2 cm
Early 1990s London collection. Acquired on the UK art market. From a private collection, Lancashire, UK
Gogottes were displayed at the chateau of Fontainebleau, France, collected by King Louis XIV (1638 -1715). They were used to decorate the formal gardens of the royal residence at Versailles, especially l’Encelade, Les Trois Fontaines and La Salle de Bal. Elsewhere, they were treasured in Song Dynasty China (960-1127 A.D.) In the 20th century, natural forms inspired the sculptor Henry Moore and others. -
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Natural History - Citrine and Amethyst Gem Tree
Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
A medium size gemstone tree consisting of a brass trunk and branches tipped with polished citrine, mounted on a section of amethyst geode. 518 grams, 18 cm high
Mineral Imports, London, UK. Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's). -
Natural History - Copal with Spider and Insects
Carboniferous Period, circa 3 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
A tapering finger of copal with spider and insect inclusions; held in a display box with a decorative fabric cover. 33 grams, 15 cm
Ex Lincolnshire, UK, collection.
