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Granite Sphere.
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Granite Sphere.

19th century
Description

A finely turned granite sphere with interesting grain, extremely tactile, on modern stand

Probably British, 19th century

Height 14 cm ( 5 1/2”)

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Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Polished Pink Granite Sphere to the 19th Century.

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Description
A finely turned granite sphere with interesting grain, extremely tactile, on modern stand

Probably British, 19th century

Height 14 cm ( 5 1/2”)

Date of Manufacture

Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Polished Pink Granite Sphere to the 19th Century.

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SA1230366
Martin Murray Antiques
Martin Murray Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2024

Specialist in early furniture and works of art

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A polished pink granite sphere with grey speckled inclusions rests on a small dark square base.
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Archive I A polished pink granite sphere with grey speckled inclusions rests on a small dark square base.

Granite Sphere.

Archive II A polished pink granite sphere with grey speckled inclusions rests on a small dark square base. View II
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Martin Murray Antiques

Martin Murray Antiques
Telephone 07970 625359
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
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Martin Murray Antiques
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A polished pink granite sphere with grey speckled inclusions rests on a small dark square base.
Granite sphere.
Ref: SA1230366
A polished pink granite sphere with grey speckled inclusions rests on a small dark square base.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour Classical
  • MaterialGranite, Stone
  • ColourPink and Grey
  • MotifsPolished finish, spherical form, speckled inclusions, square plinth base

This 19th-century decorative object originates from the Grand Tour Classical period and takes the form of a sphere. The piece comprises a solid stone body fashioned from pink granite with grey and white speckled inclusions, complemented by a polished finish that highlights the natural grain of the material. It rests upon a small dark square plinth base. Subtle surface variations and natural mineral deposits are visible across the rounded form. Measuring 14 cm in height, the item suits placement on an office desk or within a gentleman's library setting as a tactile decorative accent. The neutral tones and smooth texture allow for integration into traditional or contemporary workspaces as a sculptural desk accessory or paperweight.

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Stone spheres have historically been crafted as symbols of harmony, completeness, and geometric perfection. During the Enlightenment and Grand Tour eras, polished mineral spheres were collected as geological specimens and placed in cabinets of curiosities to showcase natural materials.

Granite spheres are produced by cutting dense blocks of igneous granite rock into rough cubes, which are then ground down using specialized spherical grinding machinery. The surface is continuously smoothed with progressively finer abrasive grits until a reflective polish is achieved.

Genuine granite is characterized by a visible crystalline matrix containing quartz, feldspar, and mica. It feels noticeably dense and cool to the touch, featuring random natural speckling rather than uniform printed or moulded patterns.

A stone sphere functions well as a tactile accent on an office desk, console table, or stacked atop design books on a coffee table. Displaying the sphere on a small plinth or brass ring adds structure and prevents rolling.

Clean polished granite using a soft microfiber cloth slightly dampened with water or a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Avoid acidic chemical cleaners or harsh abrasives, as these can dull the polished seal and etch the mineral surface.
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