A pair of diorama with hermit crabs, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
brunch, fan shaped of Horny coral, reef, shells. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass dome, over a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Horny Coral
A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
brunch, fan shaped, of Horny coral, starfish, and reef. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass dome
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
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Pair of Beautiful Wunderkammer Natural Specimen, Big Horny Coral Branches
Located in Milan, IT
of a black horny coral.
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Natural Specimens
Diorama with Two Decoy Fishes, Italy, 1870
Located in Milan, IT
brunch, fan-shaped, of horny coral, starfish, and reef. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass dome
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Animal Skin, Glass, Wood
Rare Wunderkammer Natural Specimen, a Pair of Diorama with Decoy Fishes
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H 16 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Rare Wunderkammer Natural Specimen, a Pair of Diorama with Decoy Fishes
Located in Milan, IT
), a brunch, fan shaped, of Horny coral, starfish, and reef, The Specimens are mounted inside a glass
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Horny Coral Branches, Italy, 1880
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of big branches fan shaped of a red Horny coral from Mediterranean Sea for Wunderkammer. The
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Diorama with Hermit Crab, Italy, 1870
Located in Milan, IT
, fan-shaped of Horny coral, starfish, reef, shells, and little crab. The specimens are mounted inside a
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Nautical Objects
Materials
Coral
A diorama with hermit crabs, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
, fan-shaped of Horny coral, starfish, reef, shells, and little crab. The Specimens are mounted inside a
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Nautical Objects
Materials
Glass, Fruitwood
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Materials
Wrought Iron
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Natural specimens turn things found in nature, such as rocks, crystals and timber, into art. Sometimes these specimens are hand-carved into sculptures. Other times, antique, new and vintage natural specimens themselves are best displayed in their most untouched state. These pieces range from Victorian-era objects to modern-day designs and include everything from sculptures made from animal horns to works in wood, either as sculptures or merely imposing and provocative chunks of driftwood.
Natural specimens serve as compelling decor in any collection or home. Just as any curious decorative object, such as an ancient scientific instrument or taxidermy mount, will draw attention to your carefully curated home library or mantel, natural specimens can spark interesting discussions about life and art. Whether it’s a piece of ancient pottery formed from natural clay, plants sculpted from metal, sculptures of animals or antique stone, they grant a window into all of nature’s wonders.
Natural specimen sculptures can complement many aesthetics. A rare geode makes a stunning centerpiece in a study or living room. Crystals and rock crystal spheres carved in the 1970s add a sense of etherealness and quiet beauty to any space.
Whatever your taste, the selection of antique, new and vintage natural specimens on 1stDibs includes precisely the right piece for your space.
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