Lapis Lazuli 2

Lapis Lazuli 2A deep blue metamorphic rock used as a semi precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense color. The most important mineral component is lazurite, a blue feldspathoid silicate mineral. Most lapis lazuli also contains calcite (white), sodalite (blue), and pyrite (metallic yellow). Lapis Lazuli has been mined since the Neolithic age. Used in ancient Mesopotamia and was a favorite stone among the Egyptians. The stone is 1 5 8 inch x

The warmth of the walls bring a peaceful feeling as I watch the canyon crow float across the face of the wall

11 x 14 Acrylic pour painting

The stone is freeform and is 1 7/8 inch x 5/8 inch

Photographer:  Roger Green

The stone is 1 1/4 inch x 1 inch

The stone is 1 5/8 inch x 3/4 inch

Resin finish

When the minerals completely replaced the organic tissue

Hasselblad 503CW capture

The painting in this offering is the smaller blue painting

brown or green in color

14 x 11 Acrylic pour painting