Large Chrysanthemum Stone from China

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Large Chrysanthemum Stone from China

About the Item

The chrysanthemum stone is approximately 270 million years old. It is a dark grey to black limestone matrix with andalusite crystals taking on the appearance of a chrysanthemum flower. The black rock itself is a piece of limestone. Although limestones generally are lighter in colour, this one is quite black because of the presence of substantial amounts of organic carbon. This rock is Permian in age, from a time when many areas that today make up China were offshore or underwater plateaus. The white pattern on the rock is formed of crystals of celestine (or celestite), a strontium-sulfate mineral. About Since 1986 Dale has been sourcing the most unique fossils and minerals from around the world and through his company has been supplying leading interior designers and collectors with some of earth’s most breathtaking examples of natural history that have formed over the past 450 million years. Having amassed a world-class collection of breathtaking specimens aimed at the interiors market, Dale has continued to source the world for inspirational pieces. He has built up an unparalleled reputation for focusing on quality and scale and counts the most influential interior designers and architects as well as the biggest international art collectors amongst his clients. The last few years has seen a whirlwind of activity with the Pimlico Road collection growing both in size and quality. Dale now also has added a private warehouse to his stabile that showcases one of the most unusual and breathtaking collections assembled in one place. Never before has such a vast collection of staggering individual pieces of scale and variety been viewable in one unique location.

Attributed to:
Dale Rogers Ammonite (Retailer)
Dimensions:
Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Other
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
15th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU994315126401