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Native to North America, this black bear savors the catch of the day - a yellow calcite salmon. Alexandre Costa carves the dolomite figurine with an amazing care for detail. Working with black dolomite, the Brazilian artist creates a life like sculpture certain to enthrall collectors everywhere.
- 0.63 kgs
- 1.4 lbs
- 8 cm H x 5.5 cm W x 15 cm D
- 3.1" H x 2.2" W x 6" D
- Dolomite, yellow calcite
- Color(s) may vary slightly
- Made in Brazil.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Brazil
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Enabling Education
Despite his financial difficulties, the education of his children is always a priority. He works extremely hard crafting gemstone sculptures to be able to provide the education for his three children.
Confronting Adversity
Alexandre has struggled with depression since 2017. On good days, he is able to work and create but, on bad days, he can't get out bed. Although this affects his family and income, it's difficult to overcome. His therapist recommends he continue working with stones, as it helps him relax. So his handcraft is a way of aiding in his recovery.
Caring for Children
Alexandre Costa is a stone sculptor and a dedicated father. He is the sole means of support for his two children and he works very hard to provide them with what they need.
Microcredit Financing
Alexandre Costa has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $800 and the most recent for $600.
Write a review"I believe that Brazilian arts and crafts are very beautiful and creative, therefore I feel very happy to know that I contribute to my country's legacy with my gemstone birds."
"Hi, my name is Alexandre. I have always loved gemstones and when I was a kid I would go to a place where they lapidated stones and helped by... read more
