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"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann
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Gemstone sculpture / Object d`art: "YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK"
This sculpture is a single piece carved of Brazilian Smokeyquarz (2.958 gr.) and set with blue sapphire eyes. 2009.
"The high polished base lets the light in and brings the carving to life. "
size: 102 mm wide, 89mm deep, 133mm high
weight: 1.142 gr.
Artist: Alfred Zimmermann (Idar-Oberstein, Germany)
Carving Is A Passion
Following in the Idar-Oberstein tradition, master carver, Alfred Zimmermann, has developed and perfected his own art over the past fifty years. Since his school days, drawing had always been a favorite passion of Zimmermann and it formed the base for his gem-carving career. He began that career working for the well-known and traditional gem-carving family, Dreher. Innovative carving techniques and experience over five generations has made Dreher one of the leading animal gemstone carvers in the world. The firm produced gem-carvings for such notable jewelry houses as Cartier and Fabergé. Following his apprenticeship with Gerd Dreher, Zimmermann decided to strike out on his own.
The particular way Alfred Zimmermann carves requires spatial imagination, technical know-how, attention to detail, creativity and passion; but most of all passion. Transforming a complex and rough gem stone into a fine art animal sculpture is a difficult task. During the process he must consider size, the use of varied intensities and color, inclusions, variable hardness of the gem, and the overall beauty of the stone. Finally it is his talent and vision which enable him to see an animal figure when looking at a rough stone and eventually forming it from his imagination to a finished item.
Zimmermann studies and observes animals and their behavior by hiking to and observing them in their natural habitats. He conducts extensive research through archives, zoos, and documentary wildlife films. Only when he is he familiar with the specific characteristics, angles and proportions of the animal does he begin to draw.
One notable feature of his work is carving both the sculpture and base from one piece of rough gem. This is not only difficult but innovative as it creates an environment for his subject. Developing the sculpture in this way requires multiple production steps with many surfaces. It takes months of intense work to complete one piece and as a result Zimmermann produces only five or six pieces each year.
High precision, accurate details and the use of high quality gemstones are characteristics of Alfred Zimmermann’s work which is sought after by
museums, collectors and connoisseurs around the world. With his great attention to detail of the natural object, Zimmermann brings life and beauty to his hardstone creations. Zimmermann carvings are renowned for their originality, artistic interpretation, craftsmanship and the use of rare and valued gemstone. A unique and fascinating piece of art!
All works of Alfred Zimmermann are marked with his signature.... AZ
If you want to see more object d`art, please ask for the NEW Zimmermann book "Passion of Carving"
- Creator:Design: Alfred Zimmermann
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- Weight:1142 g
- Dimensions:Height: 5.24 in (133 mm)Width: 4.02 in (102 mm)Depth: 3.51 in (89 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:2009
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- Seller Location:Kirschweiler, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2304213909372
Günther Weinz GmbH
In 1958 Guenther Weinz, son of the gemstone cutter Otto Weinz, founded the company Günther Weinz GmbH. As a young man he was already fascinated by gemstones! On his trips to Brazil, Russia, Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Taiwan, he always looked for something unusual and great quality!
Gemstones like TOURMALINE, BERYL, MOONSTONE, OPAL, and LAPIS, offered wonderful variety and exclusivity! With the entry of his son, Hans-Joachim, in 1974 the focus changed to increasing self-processing of raw gemstone.
Many exceptional and individual gemstone necklaces have been created within the last 35 years, showing unusual designs in beautiful stone quality.
The pieces range from very ornate to clean and simple, all meticulously crafted to please the eye and delight the senses. The expanding product range includes individual gemstone rings, carvings, as well as special cabochons and faceted stones.
Günther Weinz stock of unset stones is huge and varied, the result of a successful 4-generational company tradition. In business for 63 years, Günther Weinz company is specialized in fine colored gemstones, both loose and set in their own one-of-a-kind designs, such as Crystal, Baroque or Nugget necklaces. Timeless and classic design combined with the wonderful variety of fine coloured gemstones and gold creates an exclusive product!
Günther Weinz is proud to offer German craftsmanship, advising on colored gemstones as an investment and personalized service.
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