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Wood and Brass Stand — Tiger Iron slab from Australia, skillfully mounted on an elegant black wood and brass base. This specimen presents itself as a true natural sculpture, a scenographic exhibit piece perfect for mineral collections, modern Wunderkammer, or as a luxury interior decor element. Tiger Iron is a unique metamorphic rock, an aggregate that testifies to the geological history of our planet. It is composed mainly of Golden Tiger’s Eye, red-brown Jasper, and gray-metallic Hematite. This combination gives life to a fascinating undulating banded pattern, a miniature mineral landscape. The front surface of this slab has been mirror-polished to enhance the brilliance, the luster of Tiger’s Eye, and the chromatic richness of the stratifications. The sinuous lines, ferruginous veins, and golden reflections weave together in a chromatic dance that captivates light and the eye. In an appealing contrast, the back and edges have been left in their natural rough state. This design choice allows the material to be appreciated in its original form, offering a tactile and visual experience that contrasts the man-made polished surface with nature’s creation. Geologically, Tiger Iron is linked to the ancient Australian ferriferous formations, formed billions of years ago. Its bands tell ancient sedimentary and metamorphic processes, making each specimen a unique and unrepeatable piece, a fragment of Earth's history.
Estimación:€850
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African ancestor figure, Melanesia. Marked with crowned H, Prince
10/05/2026

€294.3
Est.: €267.54