Heart of Stone

First Site Gallery, 344 Swanston Street
Storey Hall Basement
Melbourne, Australia

        25. September – 9. October 2012

Heart of Stone is an exhibition of contemporary artefacts. It features a collection of geological specimens that represent the universally recognized symbol of the love heart. Through the process of hand-carving stone, each heart is infused with a new purpose and meaning, creating a unique experience for the owner or wearer.

Heart of Stone comprises a vast collection of over 200 pieces, each made to be worn on the chest, close to one’s heart.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chrysoprase

Marble

Sodalite

Mookaite

Granite

Agate

Chrysocolla

Flourite

Citron Chrysoprase

Tigers Eye

Chrysocolla

Scoria

Opalised Wood

Pyrophyllite

Chalcopyrite

Malachite

Fossilised Sea Sponge

Volcanic Ash

Lapis Lazuli

Ashphalt Concrete

Lemon Chrysoprase

Brecciated Mookaite

Snowflake Obsidian