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'Abundance II' is a unique ceramic sculpture by the British artist, Jo Taylor. Taylor’s inspiration comes from highly decorative architectural features such as ornate plaster ceilings, wrought iron and carved stone. Living near the Georgian city of Bath (UK) provides a rich visual resource, although it can be said that she will seek out such details wherever she goes. Regular visits to our larger cities such as Liverpool (UK) and London (UK) offer ornament that can be experienced on a grander scale with their historic buildings such as the Sefton Park Palm House and the V&A holding many further examples. Further afield the architecture of Gaudi in Barcelona, the palaces of Potsdam and the Villa D''Este in Tivoli have all provided inspiration. In her own words: ‘I enjoy the grand gesture present in large scale relief, the drama of deep shadow, the dialogue between space, structure & ornament. The changing light conditions of bright sunlight, a dull day, dusk or artificial light can affect the contrast and way the structure is perceived’ Taylor’s current practise has been evolving since graduation from her MA at Bath Spa...

Large Pyrite Sphere, 6.5", Cut and Polished – Peru This striking 6.5-inch pyrite sphere, sourced from the mineral-rich highlands of Peru, is a dazzling fusion of natural beauty and ...

Continental School, mid-20th century – Cupped Hand — Carved Limestone Sculpture Skillfully hewn from a single block of pale, fine-grained limestone, t...

This stunning large malachite specimen features polished points that highlight the intricate banding and vibrant green hues characteristic of this prized mineral. Known for its disti...

Large mounted pyrite cluster featuring densely packed, naturally formed cubic crystals with a striking metallic luster, characteristic of fine pyrite specimens. The interlocking crys...

Smoky Quartz Cluster on Floating Acrylic Base Minas Gerais, Brazil This sculptural smoky quartz cluster originates from Minas Gerais, Brazil, a region world-renowned for producing q...

Megalodon, is an extinct species of sharks that lived 10 to 25 million years ago, during the Miocene period. It’s considered the biggest predator that has ever lived, reaching length...

Origin: Brazil Amethyst is a mineral formed with solutions rich in iron oxides, which give it its characteristic purple color. The most common is to find the amethyst lining the ins...

Megalodon, is an extinct species of sharks that lived 10 to 25 million years ago, during the Miocene period. It’s considered the biggest predator that has ever lived, reaching length...

Origin: Brazil Amethyst is a mineral formed with solutions rich in iron oxides, which give it its characteristic purple color. The most common is to find the amethyst lining the ins...