Gemstone sculpture - Elephant city Yashkin
Gemstone sculpture - Elephant city Yashkin
There is an interesting history behind this unusual piece. All of the treasures of a Jewish city were ransacked, stolen and carried away. All that you can research and discover…
But this beast seems to ask questions… From a heads-on view, it looks like this elephant is wearing a crown. Does the crown represent the dominant status of this largest of animals? The king of the animals? Or does it represent the high authority and power of its owner and master? It looks regal!
A side view has the crown turn into a heavy burden upon this ‘beast of burden’s’ back. It is obviously struggling with that burden. Is it because of the rich treasure’s weight? Or the moral weight of the guilt and sacrilege it’s a part of? You decide.
The detail of this silver city shows massive homes, windows, towers and turrets, a large and imposing gate, banners flying, all that make up a whole city. The details are astounding! Can you imagine the time, patience and masterful skills required to portray such a forceful animal carrying away such a treasure?
Bulk and delicacy married. A massive animal whose ears, tusks and trunk would challenge any artist. A whole city turning into narrowing towers with delicate banners flying. How did the artist not break any of these critical elements?
The owner of this piece will have so much to question. Much to enjoy. Much to share. Let me help you obtain this beautiful icon of history.
The gemstone sculpture was hand made from quartzite, bronze, silvering
Height 52 cm width 50 depth 35 cm Weight 27 kg
Gemstone sculpture - Elephant city Yashkin
There is an interesting history behind this unusual piece. All of the treasures of a Jewish city were ransacked, stolen and carried away. All that you can research and discover…
But this beast seems to ask questions… From a heads-on view, it looks like this elephant is wearing a crown. Does the crown represent the dominant status of this largest of animals? The king of the animals? Or does it represent the high authority and power of its owner and master? It looks regal!
A side view has the crown turn into a heavy burden upon this ‘beast of burden’s’ back. It is obviously struggling with that burden. Is it because of the rich treasure’s weight? Or the moral weight of the guilt and sacrilege it’s a part of? You decide.
The detail of this silver city shows massive homes, windows, towers and turrets, a large and imposing gate, banners flying, all that make up a whole city. The details are astounding! Can you imagine the time, patience and masterful skills required to portray such a forceful animal carrying away such a treasure?
Bulk and delicacy married. A massive animal whose ears, tusks and trunk would challenge any artist. A whole city turning into narrowing towers with delicate banners flying. How did the artist not break any of these critical elements?
The owner of this piece will have so much to question. Much to enjoy. Much to share. Let me help you obtain this beautiful icon of history.
The gemstone sculpture was hand made from quartzite, bronze, silvering
Height 52 cm width 50 depth 35 cm Weight 27 kg
Gemstone sculpture - Elephant city Yashkin
There is an interesting history behind this unusual piece. All of the treasures of a Jewish city were ransacked, stolen and carried away. All that you can research and discover…
But this beast seems to ask questions… From a heads-on view, it looks like this elephant is wearing a crown. Does the crown represent the dominant status of this largest of animals? The king of the animals? Or does it represent the high authority and power of its owner and master? It looks regal!
A side view has the crown turn into a heavy burden upon this ‘beast of burden’s’ back. It is obviously struggling with that burden. Is it because of the rich treasure’s weight? Or the moral weight of the guilt and sacrilege it’s a part of? You decide.
The detail of this silver city shows massive homes, windows, towers and turrets, a large and imposing gate, banners flying, all that make up a whole city. The details are astounding! Can you imagine the time, patience and masterful skills required to portray such a forceful animal carrying away such a treasure?
Bulk and delicacy married. A massive animal whose ears, tusks and trunk would challenge any artist. A whole city turning into narrowing towers with delicate banners flying. How did the artist not break any of these critical elements?
The owner of this piece will have so much to question. Much to enjoy. Much to share. Let me help you obtain this beautiful icon of history.
The gemstone sculpture was hand made from quartzite, bronze, silvering
Height 52 cm width 50 depth 35 cm Weight 27 kg
