Engraved Rock Crystal Bowl by Hans Ulrich Pauly


Idar-Oberstein, GermanyA beautiful presentation bowl of slightly conical form carved of fine quality rock crystal quartz, engraved with the image of a running horse to one side and a mare and foal to the other, having a slightly asymmetrically waved rim. Height 3 3/4in (9.8cm)
|Provenance: Purchased from Bonhams & Butterfields, Los Angeles, Natural History, June 3, 2007, Sale 14798, Lot 3374. Hans Ulrich PaulyThere is a special quality to the carvings of Hans-Ulrich Pauly. A self-proclaimed Transcendentalist, within each of his carvings is apparent a loving appreciation of the Earth's creations regardless of the subject—plants, animals, people, or free-flowing forms. In his own words "Art is like a religion for me - the Latin word 'religio' means connection with God". Living in Idar-Oberstein, Germany, the "Gemstone Capital of Europe", Hans-Ulrich Pauly has access to the world's finest gem material. Carefully chosen for color and quality, each stone is meticulously formed and engraved to combine dynamic design with the uniqueness of the gemstone itself. Within his workshop one finds a wide variety of precious stone engravings. His art ranges from contemporary cameos and portrait carvings to three-dimensional sculptures that are captivatingly alive through their wonderfully crafted, exacting detail. Along with his work in precious stones, Hans-Ulrich Pauly has developed a reputation as a sculptor of life-size bronzes. Upon a visit to Idar-Oberstein one can see that many of the fountains and town monuments are attributed to him.