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The delicate glow of yellow calcite suggests warm affection. Sculpted of natural stones, two birds perch protectively near their nest. Alexandre Costa carves the couple by hand, setting the macaw family side by side in a single sculpture. One bird features tail feathers of sodalite and rose quartz with a bright jasper beak. The other flaunts a fluorite and green quartz tail with a dolomite beak. They perch on a drusy amethyst base with feet fashioned of silver plated brass. The nest is fluorite while the eggs are shaped from rose quartz and crystal quartz.
- 0.66 kgs
- 1.5 lbs
- 10.5 cm H x 15 cm W x 7 cm D
- 4.1" H x 6" W x 2.8" D
- Calcite, amethyst, sodalite, fluorite, jasper, dolomite, quartz, silver plated brass
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Natural stone -- color and variegation will vary
- Made in Brazil.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Brazil
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27
Verified Reviewer
12/18/2019
"Absolutely beautiful"
Amazingly well crtafed, beaiutiful, incredible craftsmanship, a?l around breath taking work of art!
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Verified Reviewer
10/28/2016
"Beautiful artwork !"
We just love the beautiful gemstone sculpture, it came exactly as described and has now a special place in our home. I would definitely buy it again. What a magnificent gift idea! Thank you Alexandre Costa for creating such a masterpiece. :)
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- This was a gift for: Girlfriend
- Occasion: birthday
Verified Reviewer
12/21/2019
"MIND-BLOWING!!!"
STUNNING!
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Macaw Family, Handcrafted Brazilian Gemstone Bird Sculpture
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Verified Reviewer
06/17/2016
"Awe-inspiring art work. Superb beauty!"
Alexandre Costa's art is magnificent , even more beautiful in real life. Exquisite piece of art . Love it so much!
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Macaw Family, Handcrafted Brazilian Gemstone Bird Sculpture
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Verified Reviewer
10/09/2020
"This truly has become a cherished heirloom"
My wife had been eyeing this sculpture for a number of years and was thrilled when it became available again. The artisans technique is exemplary. It is a piece of great beauty.
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- Display in a prominent location so all can enjoy
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Verified Reviewer
09/27/2020
"Hand-painted Eyes"
Wonderful craftmanship by the artist. From the raised trunk to the hand painted eyes make this sculpture unique.
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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.
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.
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.
Alexandre Costa has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $800 and the most recent for $600.
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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."
