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Amethyst Carving of a Sparrow by Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio The diminutive bird, carved of transparent amethyst, with cabochon ruby eyes, coral beak and gold vermeil feet, on a stylized branch carved of rock crystals having a matte finish. Measuring 3 1/2 x 2 x 3 1/2 in Footnotes: Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio Following a second-generation family tradition in the fabrication of objects d'art, Luis' studio specializes in the carving of ruby. The second hardest stone after diamond, few artists have managed to successfully work this mineral since it requires a very advanced technique for carving and polishing. His works are displayed in museums in the United States and Europe and are enjoyed by private collectors around the world. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ▲ ▲ 'Bonhams' owns the 'Lot' either wholly or partially or may otherwise have an economic interest. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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Amethyst Carving of a Sparrow by Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio The diminutive bird, carved of transparent amethyst, with cabochon ruby eyes, coral beak and gold vermeil feet, on a stylized branch carved of rock crystals having a matte finish. Measuring 3 1/2 x 2 x 3 1/2 in Footnotes: Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio Following a second-generation family tradition in the fabrication of objects d'art, Luis' studio specializes in the carving of ruby. The second hardest stone after diamond, few artists have managed to successfully work this mineral since it requires a very advanced technique for carving and polishing. His works are displayed in museums in the United States and Europe and are enjoyed by private collectors around the world. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ▲ ▲ 'Bonhams' owns the 'Lot' either wholly or partially or may otherwise have an economic interest. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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