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A very fine mineral specimen vase made from fluorspar

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A very fine mineral specimen vase made from fluorspar
Continental, 20th Century
Height 22cm, diameter 12cm

This small, elegant, and vibrant piece is an excellent decorative piece, carved from the precious mineral fluorspar. Also known as fluorite, it is the natural mineral form of the compound calcium fluoride, a very popular material for ornamental works.

With similar colouration to the 'Blue John' stone, found in deposits in Derbyshire, England, the impurities within this sample have given it a wonderful, deep, rich of pink and grey tones. Fluorspar's natural fluorescence and rich colours have given it a long standing decorative appeal, and this fine piece is no exception.

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Fluorspar.
Creation Date:	20th century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17179d
Incollect Reference #:	613866

Dimensions

H.	8.66 in;	Diam.	4.72 in;
H.	22 cm;	Diam.	12 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.