Pattern of the Universe

Pliny the Elder (d.79AD) is believed to have named ammonites “the Horns of Ammon” after the Egyptian god Ammon (Amun). This dramatic cross section exposes the chambers where the animal lived over 400 million years ago. ‘Pattern of the Universe’ is dramatically colored and one of the original Dorée Nature pieces displaying intricate patterns formed by gusts of wind. 24K gold. 11″ x 14″