Petrified Wood Sphere. Indeterminate species. Eocene

Beautifully displaying the structure of the ancient tree’s original cellulose and rich, earthy colors, this sphere crafted of petrified wood would make a marvelous conversation piece upon a tabletop or desk. Measures 6 1/4 in - Estimate: $750 - 1,000. Unsold

Natural History, 1 Jun 2009. New York. www.bonhams.com