Amethyst Figurative Sculptures

This is a great little pair of amethyst carved plums connected by wrapped wire stems to carved jade leaves and a brown stem. The fruit measure 1 1/2 inches by 1 3/4 inches and 2 inch...

A beautiful small purple amethyst specimen mounted on a black steel base.

Sculpture Amethyst Flower II on glass base with metal gold finish leaves, with minerals stones sticks and with amethyst stone in the heart of the fl...

A stunning and unusual antique amethyst carved mug / cup sculpture, with carved mushroom motifs on each side and a detailed handle. This antique carvin...

A beautiful hand carved semi precious stone crane mounted on an amethyst mineral specimen base. This exotic bird is a decorative combination of ornithology and geology.

Sculpture amethyst flower I on marble base with metal gold finish leaves, with minerals stones sticks and with amethyst stone in the heart of the flower.

A large and heavy carved amethyst quartz sculpture in the shape of a skull.

This exceptionally rare 17th century statuette captures the regal figure of the Roman goddess Minerva. The legendary goddess of war is crafted from highly detailed gilt bronze, with her armor encrusted with deep purple amethysts and other semi precious stones. Standing atop a base of exceptionally rare red agate, she is truly a sight to behold. The quality of these materials is so great that this statuette was certainly made for a client of great wealth and influence, perhaps even royalty. Amethyst is a fitting medium for mythologically-inspired works of decorative art. Because of its resemblance to the color of wine, the ancients associated the gemstone with Dionysus, the Greek god of revelry. Thus, the amethyst was thought to not only prevent drunkenness, but also keep its wearer clear headed and quick witted in both battle and business. That they adorn the goddess of war in this statuette represents these deep-seated, ancient beliefs. While one would wish for the blessings of Minerva on the eve of battle, the amethyst would provide extra protection during war. The ancient Roman goddess...

A beautiful sculpture in amethyst produced in China. Italian private collection.

Sculpture Amethyst flower on glass base with metal gold finish leaves and with minerals stones sticks and with amethyst stone and precious stones in the ...

Extraordinary table base "Sea Anemone" by Richard Faure, unique piece. Handmade. Signed. Sculpture/ table base in brass, gilded with gold leaf, enchasing a large geode of amethyst, ...

A huge Amethyst Buddha that weights 14.6 lbs. The sculpture is of the Happy Buddha, shown here with a boy holding a Ruyi, scepter. The boy is also sitt...