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Carved Marble Skull in Marquina Marble

About the Item

Welcome the mystique of our masterfully crafted Nero Marquina marble skull into your collection. Born of the captivating Nero Marquina marble, with its rich black hue, this piece presents an enticing study in contrasts, a dance between darkness and glimmers of white veining. Carved meticulously, the skull draws your gaze to its stark form, the marble's polished surface reflecting back a depth that captures the imagination. The distinctive white veins lend an intricate pattern, evoking thoughts of celestial constellations strewn across a dark sky, embodying an ethereal beauty within the macabre. This skull, with its rich darkness, stands as a striking statement, a symbolic reminder of life’s ephemeral nature, contrasted with the timeless grandeur of the marble. The piece mesmerizes, its somber silhouette striking against the marble's elegant veining. An exploration of time and the unyielding beauty of nature, this marble skull transforms observation into an engaging, reflective experience.
  • Creator:
    Opame Collective (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    2023
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(Limited Edition)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
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  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8059235004192
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