Museum Selection Amethyst Bonsai Tree
Description
The art of bonsai originated in China, then travelling to Japan; carved gemstone decorations emulating these miniature trees became popular in both China and for export to the West in the 19th century. Amethyst gemstone ornament with metal trunk and branches, on a raw Amethyst base. In Chinese symbolism purple stands for divinity and immortality. Natural stone, colours may vary.
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