Some objects are not beautiful because of what they signify, but because they only come alive when held in the hand. This carved black obsidian lucky cat sculpture is exactly that kind of piece: 50×35×25 mm, compact, sized to the hand, carved from a single natural mineral. Black obsidian is volcanic glass with a deep, mirror-black surface — light plays on it with a metallic sheen.
The character of black obsidian
Black obsidian is volcanic glass with a deep, mirror-black surface — light plays on it with a metallic sheen. Because it is a natural mineral, every piece arrives with a slightly different pattern — the stone's internal structure shapes the surface markings. This is not a flaw but precisely what makes each sculpture a one-of-a-kind. The 50×35×25 mm size is compact: it sits in the hand, and looks lovely on a shelf, a desk, or in the open band of a bookshelf.
Where to place it
The sculpture stands as a visual element in its own right, but it pairs well with other small objects — a bookend, a candle, a small ceramic dish — on a shelf or desk. If you use plenty of natural-material decoration at home (wood, linen, ceramic), the stone resonates warmly with these materials. Some collectors place it on a small dish so the light catches the surface from one particular angle.
Cleaning and storage
Wipe the surface with a dry or barely damp soft cloth if it gathers dust. Avoid chemicals, alcohol, and harsh detergents — the natural mineral surface can be sensitive to these. For longer storage, keep it in a soft fabric pouch so it doesn't get scratched against other objects. The mineral can be rinsed with water, but prolonged soaking is not recommended.
Product details
- Size: 50×35×25 mm
- Material: natural black obsidian
- Weight: approx. 0.026 kg
- Form: hand-carved lucky cat
- Country of origin: China
A small but present object on the shelf — every piece carries its own pattern, drawn from nature.