Farlan & Paulette Quam: Picasso, Bowl of Dice Steven Natachu The natural patterns and textures

The natural patterns and textures of the stone give the carving a sense of authenticity and character

When I held it in my hands

And the wings

and luminous mother-of-pearl eyes creates a piece that is both vibrant and refined

The contrast of textures and subtle tonal variations highlights both the grounded elegance of the frog and the ethereal lightness of the dragonfly

Farlan & Paulette Quam: Picasso, Bowl of Dice Steven Natachu The natural patterns and texturesQuam The dots on the dice are inlaid with vibrant spiny oyster, coral, lab opal, and turquoise, each stone glowing with its unique colorfiery oranges, soft reds, shimmering opalescence, and vivid blue greencreating a lively, dynamic interplay against the marble. The combination of the natural shell, etched design, and multicolored inlays results in a piece that is visually captivating, culturally rich, and full of both movement and balance.