This is a meticulously carved gemstone sculpture of a cicada resting upon an organic, slab-like base. The entire piece is rendered from a polished, multi-colored stone—likely a variety of jasper or agate—characterized by deep forest greens intermingled with earthy rust-red and brownish-black veins. The cicada itself is perched toward one end of the smooth, undulating stone, featuring delicate anatomical details such as segmented legs, a rounded thorax, and wings etched with a fine, cross-hatched venation pattern.

The high-gloss finish gives the sculpture a liquid-like sheen, causing light to dance across the curved surfaces of the insect’s back and the mottled terrain of the base. Viewed from different angles, the piece highlights the natural transition of colors within the mineral, where the translucent green of the cicada provides a subtle contrast to the more opaque, marbled appearance of the "rock" beneath it. This synthesis of natural geological beauty and refined craftsmanship creates a serene, contemplative object that celebrates the intersection of biology and geology.

Dimensions: 11.5" x 4"x  h4"
Origin: China
Material: Stone
Condition: Handmade, natural stone marks

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