Lot Essay
Sandstone concretions formed in mineral rich waters 30 million years ago, gogottes are much prized for their sculptural-like appearance; this writhing specimen with an even colour is a fine example.
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FONTAINEBLEAU, FRANCE
Details
A GOGOTTE FORMATION
FONTAINEBLEAU, FRANCE
Of natural form with a naturally occurring hole and branching appearance to the layers of concretions, from the Oligocene (circa 30 million years ago), supported on stand.
16 x 19 x 8in. (41 x 49 x 20cm.)
FONTAINEBLEAU, FRANCE
Of natural form with a naturally occurring hole and branching appearance to the layers of concretions, from the Oligocene (circa 30 million years ago), supported on stand.
16 x 19 x 8in. (41 x 49 x 20cm.)
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