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6.1" Tall Sierra Picture Sandstone Arch
This is a 6.1 tall piece of picture sandstone (Sierra sandstone) collected from the Arizona/Utah border. It has been sculpted into the shape of an arch to resemble natural sandstone formations such as the Delicate Arch in Arches National Park, Utah. The base of this specimen has been cut flat for vertical presentation.
About Sierra Sandstone
Sierra Picture Sandstone, found near the Utah-Arizona border, is a stunning natural material known for its intricate, landscape-like patterns that resemble painted desert scenes. These patterns result from iron oxide staining, formed by mineral-laden groundwater flowing through the sandstone over time. The variations in color and design are created by different iron compounds, with hues ranging from warm reds and oranges to cooler browns and yellows. This unique sandstone is prized for its artistic appearance and is often used in decorative applications, such as wall art or tiles, showcasing nature’s ability to create vivid imagery through geological processes.
Sierra Picture Sandstone, found near the Utah-Arizona border, is a stunning natural material known for its intricate, landscape-like patterns that resemble painted desert scenes. These patterns result from iron oxide staining, formed by mineral-laden groundwater flowing through the sandstone over time. The variations in color and design are created by different iron compounds, with hues ranging from warm reds and oranges to cooler browns and yellows. This unique sandstone is prized for its artistic appearance and is often used in decorative applications, such as wall art or tiles, showcasing nature’s ability to create vivid imagery through geological processes.
SPECIES
Sandstone
LOCATION
Arizona/Utah Border
SIZE
Size: 6.1 x 4.55 x 1.75"
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#307881
