Sculpture & Aesthetics
An alien head has a way of making a shelf feel a little less ordinary. We like that unreadable face: the wide eyes, the small mouth, the oversized curve of the head. Look at it for a while and its expression seems to shift. Curious? Unimpressed? Quietly studying whoever has just walked into the room? Giving it a place among familiar things is part of the pleasure.
In carving it, we keep coming back to the eyes and the outline of the head. Small changes around the brow and narrow lower face can change its entire character. The smooth cranium gives the stone's color and markings room to show, while the recessed contours keep the gaze distinct. We enjoy that meeting of an unfamiliar visitor with a material that belongs very much to this planet.
Angolan Quartz
Angolan Quartz is a geographic trade description for transparent to translucent quartz sourced from Angola, not a separate mineral variety. It is composed of silica and may contain natural veils, growth lines, color zones, fractures, or mineral inclusions that become more visible through polishing.
I believe in clear quartz’s energy of clarity, intention, and amplification. I would choose Angolan Quartz when setting out on something important, to give my intention a place in the workshop and keep returning to what matters.
Details & Care
Material properties
- Surface
- Polished
- Hardness & Specific Gravity
- Mohs: 7
SG: approximately 2.65–2.66
Natural Variation & Care
Natural veils, inclusions and variations in color are part of the material’s character. Appearance may vary with lighting and screen settings.
Clean with lukewarm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth, then dry. Avoid strong impacts and thermal shock; do not use steam or ultrasonic cleaning on large or visibly fractured pieces.
Support the sculpture by its main body or solid base. Protect projecting details and thin carved edges from knocks and pressure.
Shipping & Returns
Each piece is carefully packed to protect its carved surfaces during transit.