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An Outstanding, Highly Important Fossilised Tree
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A masterpiece of nature that will transform your space into a sanctuary of palaeontological expression. A remarkable piece of natural history that began its journey aeons ago, when a natural disaster wiped out entire lands of Araucaria woodland, leaving the ancient trees exposed to the forces of the elements. Over time, millions of years pass as the mineral-rich environment surrounding this unique tree, preserved beneath ground level, triggered a rare and extraordinary process of natural per-mineralisation.
As you look upon the textured petrified palm tree, you're witnessing the result of thousands of years of transformation where mineral-laden water has slowly replaced the living tissue of the Araucaria cell by cell, creating intricate mineral structures, preserving the palm's form and its exquisite detail with flawless results. These stunning results tell a story of time, nature, and geology - whether designated as a marvelous sink pedestal or a hallway feature, this is a true focus for any ethereal space that seamlessly blends elemental aesthetic and timeless elegance. An inspiring curiosity and conversation piece that intertwines the Earth’s ancient history for generations to come.
Colour: Alternating greens and browns
Genus: Petrified Araucaria Araucana; Araucariaceae Palm Tree
Age: Early Triassic, 220,000,000 - 250,000,000 years
Origin: Ambilobe, Madagascar
CM: H: 107 / W: 30 / D: 28
KG: 150 Estimate
Sink fabrication timeline estimate: 14-30 days
Sink cut-out and plughole fabrication included in RPP: Excl SALE price.
Material: PVD coated brass and alloy [unslotted pop up waste].
Dimensions: mm: Diameter 65 [meets environmental regulations and manufactured to quality assurance requirements].
- Dimensions:Height: 42.13 in (107 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
- Style:Prehistoric (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Limestone,Other
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:250,000,000
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Scorton, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9995241907472
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