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Carved Quartz Hippopotamus by Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Carved Quartz Hippopotamus
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
Carved Quartz Hippopotamus
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
$2,397.50
Original: $6,850.00
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$6,850.00
$2,397.50Description
Carved Quartz Hippopotamus
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof
Late 20th Century
Balanced upright with remarkable poise, this anthropomorphic hippopotamus presents Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof’s extraordinary ability to transform hardstone into spirited, lifelike art. Expertly carved from quartz, the sculpture takes full advantage of the material’s natural color variations to mirror the rich tonalities of the semiaquatic mammal. Subtle texturing across the body evokes the hippopotamus’s rugged hide and quiet strength, while the rounded contours imbue the figure with warmth and personality. Both whimsical and technically masterful, the work reflects Zadora’s distinctive talent for merging naturalistic observation with imaginative interpretation.
Canadian-born artist Andreas von Zadora-Gerlof has achieved international recognition for his gemstone sculptures and custom jewelry, attracting collectors worldwide. Celebrated for their technical virtuosity and inventive design, his works have established him among the most important decorative artists of the late 20th century.
8" high x 5" diameter
