Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Nectar


This is the most delicate piece I have ever carved. The effect of the thinness of the wings and the translucent nature of the stone leads you to believe you are looking at colored crystal and not a carved stone. I will confess that my heart was in my throat for much of the work.
Translucent Orange Alabaster, Base - White Marble
Private Collection
9 ½” high, 8 ¾” wide, 4” deep, Carved 2001

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