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Organic Modern Natural Specimens

ORGANIC MODERN STYLE

Organic modern furniture is characterized by clean lines, an overall uncomplicated aesthetic and a prioritizing of natural, sustainable materials, such as wood and stone. There are lots of earth tones and natural-world textures rather than bright color palettes or fabrics embellished with busy patterns.

Organic furniture is minimalist and, owing to the ideas of venerable architect Frank Lloyd Wright, designed for warm spaces that promote harmony between human habitation and the great outdoors. Organic modern design, including in furniture and architecture, emerged in the 1930s.

Designers such as Andrianna Shamaris, Alguacil & Perkoff and Jörg Pietschmann — all known for organic modern design — have created furniture that brings dynamic and unpredictable energy to home interiors while emphasizing the importance of a relationship with the natural world.

Striking an appealing balance between our living spaces and nature doesn't have to be an arduous task — the broad selection of original organic modern furniture on 1stDibs includes solid wood tables, bamboo seating options, hand-knotted wall tapestries and more.

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Style: Organic Modern
Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Dendritic Specimen Slab or Fossil Specimen, probably from the Jurassic period. A small stand will come with the fossil as a gift unless you instruct us not to include it (it ...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Large Giant Clam Shell (Tridacna Gigas)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Giant Clam Shell (Tridacna Gigas). It's lucky when you find a giant clam shell without a bunch of damage to its beautiful wavy edges! We love the textures of this one's exter...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
A Stunning Knobby Ammonite Fossil Specimen, About 93 Million Years Old. This is a very beautiful, multicolored (to our eye, taupe-brown, peach, white, tan) ammonite with leafy patter...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Extra Large Spikey Conch (Chicoreus ramosus) White/Pink Sea Shell 10 Inches Long
Located in Warrenton, OR
Extra Large Spikey Conch (Chicoreus ramosus) White/Pink Sea Shell 10 Inches Long This is an impressive, extra large specimen that offers lots of flexibility in how it can be displaye...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100 Million Years Old. The Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite is considered rare and is highly sought after as a collector's item. Thi...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Large Cat's Paw Coral, Stylophora Natural Specimen (ships USA only) Beach Decor
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Cat's Paw Coral, Stylophora Natural Specimen (ships USA only) Beach Decor A substantial, white specimen of one of our favorite coral species. Notice there is what appears to b...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 11 x 10.5 x 3.75" w/ Leafy Suture Patterns
Located in Warrenton, OR
Extra Large Jurassic Ammonite Fossil 11 x 10.5 x 3.75" w/ Leafy Suture Patterns. Comes with a second, tiny (1.25 x 1 x .5) ammonite, further demonstrating the size of this one. This...
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish Natural Coral
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish Natural Coral Base. This is an absolutely gorgeous piece of coral that looks beautiful from multiple angles. As with...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Starfish Fossil, Two Starfish Entwined in Matrix, 443 to 485 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Starfish Fossil, Two Starfish Entwined in Matrix, 443 to 485 Million Years Old. Ordovician Period This is a compelling starfish fossil specimen; we don't typically see two starfish e...
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15th Century and Earlier Moroccan Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90 to 100 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90 to 100 Million Years Old. A rare and highly sought after ammonite for collectors. The ammonite itself is somewhere between 5 and 6 inch...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only) Beach Decor A stunning and now rare to find piece of nature for the home or office of an ocean lover or beach d...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Selenite Logs for Fireplace 'Set of 7'
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Set of 7 "selenite logs" or ruler selenite. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Rock Crystal

Vintage Malachite Brass Rimmed Bowl
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Russian style malachite bowl with brass trim Late 20th century Measures: 4.25"W x 3.13"D x 0.75"H. Very good vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Malachite

Natural Ammonite Fossils Emerging from Matrix, Species Unknown
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Ammonite Fossils Emerging from Matrix, Species Unknown This is about 4.5 inches wide in total. We do not know the species or where the fossil was found in this case. Since t...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Vintage Coral, Real, Natural Specimen (ships in USA only) - Beach Decor
Located in Warrenton, OR
Vintage Coral, Real, Natural Specimen (ships in USA only) - Beach Decor This is a very pretty piece of nature for the home or office of an ocean lover or beach dweller. It measures ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Vintage Barnacle Clusters Sra Shell Wall Sculpture Natural Specimen
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful organic modern natural specimens large barnacles cluster sea shell wall sculpture. Natures beauty at its best. Original color and shape barnacles mounted as wall installation.
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1970s American Vintage Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell

Teak Wood Sphere/Ball Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sculpture is a hand carved reclaimed natural teak wood root sphere. The outer section is polished and the inner root left untouched in contrast. By leaving the live edge it give...
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1990s Malaysian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Teak

Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen Over 300 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen Over 300 Million Years Old Discovered in Pennsylvania. Hues occur naturally over time through the mineralization process. The hu...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Grey Agate Onyx Decorative Object or Display Piece
Located in New York, NY
A substantial polished natural agate/geode/onyx decorative object in shades of grey and white. Piece can be used as a decorative piece for a shelf, table, desk, etc., or as a display...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Onyx, Quartz, Agate

BrittleStar Fossil Specimen, 443 to 485 Million Years Old, Ordovician Period
Located in Warrenton, OR
BrittleStar Fossil Specimen, 443 to 485 Million Years Old, Ordovician Period This is a stunning starfish fossil specimen that will make a very nice display. The brittlestar is clearl...
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15th Century and Earlier Moroccan Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Seashell
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful natural seashell from the sea, circa ealry-20th century or earlier. Shell appears to be what is called a 'great rapa chank', with origin off the cost of Sri Lanka. A beau...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell

CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Sits Flat
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Sits Flat. It is sort of a deep dish shape. This is a nice, easy to display geode measuring approximately 3 x 1 inches. Please note...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Other

Large Natural White "Brain" Sea Coral Specimen on Lucite Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare and large natural white "Brain" sea coral specimen (Diploria labyrinthiformis) on Lucite stand, circa 1970s. The piece is in great condition and measures 12"W x 8.5"D x 8"H. ...
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Natural Lavender/ Purple Coral
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Lavender/Purple Coral. Offered is a naturally colored lavender/purple coral. This lovely piece of coral is great as a stand alone piece or could be grouped with other coral o...
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19th Century Oceanic Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Spinosaurus Claw from Morocco Cretaceous period mounted on a custom acrylic box
Located in Polanco, CDMX
Spinosaurus Claw Species: Spinosaurus Period: Cretaceous (approx. 112–93 million years ago) Origin: Morocco Dimensions: 18 × 6 × 11 cm This well-preserved fossil claw comes from Spi...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Acrylic

Elysian - Large Brass Sculpture with Biophilic Design and Marble Base
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Elysian, a large sculpture that epitomizes the essence of biophilic design, seamlessly integrating the serene beauty of nature into your living space. Inspired by the nat...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Marble, Brass

Blue Coral Specimen on Lucite
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Eye catching blue coral specimen with its ocean inspired form, textures and alluring blue color. Presented on a lucite base to enhance the sculptural elements. Coral can only be s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Neuropteris Ovata Species, Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen apx 305 million yrs
Located in Warrenton, OR
Neuropteris Ovata Species, Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen apx 305 million yrs old. Discovered in Pennsylvania, this is a beautiful plant fossil natural specimen. Colors occurred n...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Large Mexican Green Onyx Tower Obelisk Specimen Weighing 20 lbs.
Located in Miami, FL
Large Mexican Green Onyx Tower Obelisk Specimen Weighing 20 lbs. Offered for sale is a very large specimen Green Onyx Tower Obelisk. It is a variation of the renowned Onyx stone, di...
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15th Century and Earlier Mexican Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Onyx

Alethopteris Species Fern Fossil Natural Specimen, 305+ Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alethopteris Species Fern Fossil Natural Specimen, 305+ Million Years Old. This is such a stunning piece that it simply must have a stand. If you like, this stand will be included a...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Golden, White, & Red Druzy Crystal Geode Natural Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
Golden, White, & Red Druzy Crystal Geode Natural Specimen This beautiful geode is small, but mighty in sparkle. It measures approximately 3 x 2.25 x 1.25 inches. We're not sure what ...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Agate, Other

Large Polished Black Obsidian Mirror
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Black polished obsidian slab - similar to what the indigenous Mexican Indians used for their mirrors. Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava extruded fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Rock Crystal

7.5" Alethopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs
Located in Warrenton, OR
7.5" Alethopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old apx. This plant fossil specimen is unique and subtantial. In addition to the two large fern leaf fos...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

8.5" Polymorphopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs
Located in Warrenton, OR
8.5" Polymorphopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 305 million yrs old apx. Discovered at Llewellyn Formation (PA) Here is another gorgeous plant fossil specimen that w...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base with sea shell trim.
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20th Century Italian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Selenite Logs 'Set of 4' with Fireplace Grate
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Set of four selenite logs or ruler selenite with a white fireplace grate. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Metal

CLEARANCE SALE Deep White Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Bowl Shape
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE SALE Deep White Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Bowl Shape This handsome geode measures approximately 3 x 1.5 inches. Natural crystals and geodes may shed tiny pieces over ...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Other

CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Chunks
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen with Druzy & Chunks This unique geode offers crystal chunks in crystal druzy, with tiny black speckles. It measures approximately 2.5 x ...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other

Nice Self-Standing Ammonite Fossil, & Other Fossils, Emerging from Matrix
Located in Warrenton, OR
Nice Self-Standing Ammonite Fossil, & Other Fossils, Emerging from Matrix. This intriquing specimen is about 95 million years old and was discovered / collected 50+ years ago in Fran...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen
Located in Warrenton, OR
Alethopteris & Neuropteris Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300 - 360 years old apx. Discovered in Pennsylvania. Colors occurred naturally over time through the mineralization pro...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Organic Material

Stacked Glass Panel Saguaro Cactus Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool stacked glass panel saguaro cactus sculpture, circa 1980s. The piece is hand made by gluing stacked panels of glass, it is in very good ...
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Glass

Giant 18 Inch Natural Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
Authentic giant clam shell specimen with its iconic sculptural form and sea inspired colors and textures.
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20th Century Asian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Large Ammonite, Rare Pachylytoceras Dilicidum Species, 190-200 Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Ammonite, Rare Pachylytoceras Dilicidum Species, 190-200 Million Years Old apx. This is a beautiful, multicolor fossil specimen, probably found in France. The leafy patterns an...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell, Organic Material

Lucite Encased Dandelion Flower Decorative Object Paperweight
Located in New York, NY
A Lucite or acrylic encased 'Dandelion' flower seed-head decorative object or paperweight in the Organic Modern style, circa late-20th century. Art meets nature meets technology. A p...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Plastic, Acrylic

Large Natural Red Pipe Coral Specimen #2
Located in Bradenton, FL
Natural red pipe coral reef specimen. Color is a natural red. Flat underside for easy display. This specimen is a great size for displaying in any decor.
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Large Rock Crystal Quartz Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
Very nice large and heavy natural Rock Quartz Crystal Fragment. Features natural facets and an irregular shape that adds character. Shape reflects light beautifully. Fragment will ma...
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20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Quartz

Andrianna Shamaris Coral Fan
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful coral fan set on a minimalist white stand. We have a collection. Great as a party gift or table setting. All one of a kind. Andrianna Shamaris....
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2010s Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Daniel Pollock Organic Modern Carved Pine Wood Stool or Sculptural Object, 1995
By Daniel Pollock
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Daniel Pollock organic modern carved wood stool or sculptural object hand carved out of pine wood. This is a very heavy piece and the imperfections only add to its charm and appeal. ...
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1990s American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Wood, Pine

Rare California Purple Coral Specimen Allopora Californica on Asian Wood Stand
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare authentic natural California Purple Coral or Allopora Californica from Catalina Island region mounted on Asian form base, c.1960s. Allopora calif...
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1960s American Vintage Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300+ Million Years Old
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mariopteris Species Natural Tree Fern Fossil Specimen, 300+ Million Years Old Discovered in Pennsylvania. Hues occur naturally over time through the mineralization process. The hues ...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Organic Material

Carved Geode Hardstone Parrot Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Three stunning carved stone birds mounted on Quartz specimens. The two orange parrots are carved from orange Calcite and trimmed in Lapis. The cockat...
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20th Century Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Rock Crystal

Natural Red Pipe Coral Specimen #1
Located in Bradenton, FL
Natural specimen of red coral reef. Color is a natural ruby red Flat underside for easy display. This specimen is a great size for displaying in any decor.
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20th Century Italian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Black Polished Abalone Shell on Obsidian with Baroque Pearls
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Black polished abalone shell on obsidian with baroque pearls. Abalone shells are known for their iridescent and pearlescent features. This rare form of abalone has a mostly black o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Lava

Large Decorative Conch Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and beautiful Conch Shell - a Compliment to any cocktail table and especially those that are near water or the sea. A true piece of natures are that will mix well with any s...
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20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Shell

CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen Display Piece, Five Inches
Located in Warrenton, OR
CLEARANCE SALE Crystal Geode Natural Specimen Display Piece, Five Inches A ruggedly handsome work of art by nature, this bowl-shaped crystal ...
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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Natural Lavender/ Purple Coral
Located in Houston, TX
Rare Natural Purple/Lavender/White And Pink Coral. Offered is a highly unusual naturally occurring multi-colored purple/lavender/white and pink coral together with fossils attached i...
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19th Century Pacific Islands Antique Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Natural Red Coral Mounted On 18th Century Painted Wood Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
Medium sized hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on 18th century wooden painted black fragment base. Perfect addition to your "Cabinet of Curiosities".
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20th Century Italian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Natures Beauty Marine Specimens Sea Shells Collection Vitrine
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great selection of marine specimens - sea shells, urchins, sand dollars, sea stars in display case.
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1970s American Vintage Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Rare Black Coral Tree with Pyrite
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Rare black coral on a pyrite crystal base with a fossilized seashell. Black coral is a unique and extremely slow growing coral typically found at extreme depths. The piece was put ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Pyrite

White Coral Mounted on Black Wood Stand Base
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This vintage white cauliflower gets its name from the unique shape of the coral branches. Cauliflower corals are known for their uniform and symmetrical shape. This charming sculptur...
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Late 20th Century Oceanic Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Coral

Organic Modern natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Organic Modern natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage natural specimens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, plastic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Organic Modern natural specimens made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and Mexico pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original natural specimens, popular names associated with this style include Pietra Gallery, Interi, Ernesto Duran, and Jörg Pietschmann. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for natural specimens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $88 and tops out at $29,707 while the average work can sell for $1,857.

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