Mookaite Mounted on Black Base

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Mookaite Mounted on Black Base

About the Item

The term ‘Mookaite’ is an unofficial, locally coined name for a silicified porcelanite which forms in the weathering profile of a geological formation known as Windalia Radiolarite (WR), a Lower Cretaceous siltstone that outcrops over much of the Carnarvon Basin in Western Australia. The Aboriginal term “Mooka” means “running waters” and refers to the numerous springs that feed into this area. Mookaite was formed as the skeletal remains of radiolaria, microscopic protozoa with a hard silica shell, were deposited over millennia as sediment in shallow areas of sea beds. As waters receded, the remains were solidified by additional silica carried in groundwater, along with minerals that produced its beautiful combinations of red, burgundy, mustard-yellow, cream, white, brown, mauve and purple. - - - About Dale Rogers Since 1986 Dale has been sourcing the most unique fossils and minerals from around the world and through his company Dale Rogers Ammonite 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 stable 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.

Dimensions:
Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
Place of Origin:
Australia
Period:
15th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU99431811012