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Delivery EstimateSwimming lithely down the a cool river, a fat fish is content in its watery world. Alexandre Costa skillfully elicits the image from dolomite, detailing the scales and fins. Golden eyes add realism to the hand-carved gemstone sculpture. The natural gemstone colours range grey to yellow-green.
- 0.65 kgs
- 1.4 lbs
- 10.5 cm H x 17 cm W x 4 cm D
- 4.1" H x 6.75" W x 1.6" D
- dolomite, resin eyes
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
- Made in Brazil.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Brazil
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- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
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Michael
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04/27/2023
"Great anniversary gift"
Bought this for our 15th anniversary to symbolize crystals.
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Rafael
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08/14/2022
"Raven Black Elephant"
Beautiful sculpture! I purchased it for a gift and made the recipient happy with the present. Thanks for your work!
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Catherine
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03/08/2022
"Absolutely Gorgeous!!"
As beautiful as all his other pieces!
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Macaw Family, Handcrafted Brazilian Gemstone Bird Sculpture
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John
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12/06/2021
"This is an excellent quality sculpture"
Im so glad I purchased this gem sculpture. It regularly gets compliments.
Best Uses
- This artwork is displayed on my mantel
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Debra
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08/24/2021
"It looks so real!"
Amazingly lifelike carving; really beautiful!
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Tim
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01/29/2021
"Very beautiful!"
The statuette is full of sparkle -- it is eye-catching and brightens the room!
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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
