{"product_id":"handcrafted-lapis-lazuli-horse-carriage","title":"The Royal Carriage | Handcrafted Lapis Lazuli Sculpture","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Masterwork of Afghan Gemstone Sculpture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA commanding horse-and-carriage composition handcrafted from natural Afghan lapis lazuli and enriched with warm, golden-toned brass detailing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Kabul by Master Mohammad Shah, \u003cem\u003eThe Royal Carriage\u003c\/em\u003e transforms a historic symbol of ceremony and prestige into an exceptional work of Afghan decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural lapis lazuli sourced from Sar-e-Sang, Badakhshan, is individually selected, shaped, assembled and polished to form the horses, carriage and sculptural architectural details. Golden-toned brass accents introduce warmth and definition against the stone’s intense blue colour, natural pyrite flecks and calcite veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 60 cm in length and weighing around 5 kg, this is a substantial statement piece created for collectors, interior designers and distinguished gifting. It commands attention on a large console, executive credenza, library cabinet or formal reception display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors and Interior Designers Choose It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eMaster-Crafted Composition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed and handcrafted by Master Mohammad Shah in Kabul.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eGenuine Afghan Lapis Lazuli:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural stone sourced from Sar-e-Sang, Badakhshan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eImpressive Statement Scale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Its 60 cm length creates a strong presence in refined interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eNaturally One of a Kind:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Every sculpture displays individual mineral markings and handmade details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eCollectible Subject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The horse-drawn carriage evokes ceremony, movement, heritage and prestige.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eCertificate Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied with a Golden Loom Afghanistan Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative Horse-and-Carriage Sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e One complete sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine natural lapis lazuli with golden-toned brass accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60 cm long × 25 cm high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eCraft:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade stone construction and decorative metal detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eProduction Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 19 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli Origin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Sar-e-Sang, Badakhshan, Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003ePlace of Production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Kabul, Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eArtisan \/ Workshop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Master Mohammad Shah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; text-align: center; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in .0001pt .5in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Variation and Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variations in blue tone, pyrite, calcite veining, surface character and weight are inherent characteristics of genuine lapis lazuli. Subtle differences in assembly and fine detailing may also occur because every sculpture is completed by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese variations are not defects. They are evidence of natural material and individual craftsmanship. A Golden Loom Afghanistan Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay indoors on a strong, stable and level surface capable of supporting its approximate 5 kg weight. Dust gently with a clean, dry, soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid abrasive cleaners, chemical polish, prolonged moisture, direct heat and sudden impact. When relocating the sculpture, support it carefully from beneath its main base. Never lift it by the horses, reins, wheels, canopy or projecting decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade to Order and Insured Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture is made to order in approximately 19 days. Following production and final inspection, it is securely packed and dispatched with tracking and insured international delivery to eligible destinations. Estimated delivery is 7–21 days after dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Loom Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e connects collectors with the living traditions of Afghan craftsmanship—objects of material beauty, cultural depth and lasting presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golden Loom Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52555886133568,"sku":"GLA-LL-HC-001","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0144\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Sep_10_2026_10_29_13_AM.png?v=1789019988","url":"https:\/\/goldenloomafghanistan.com\/products\/handcrafted-lapis-lazuli-horse-carriage","provider":"Golden Loom Afghanistan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}