Natural Specimens
Early 1900s French Country Antique Natural Specimens
Organic Material, Paper
Early 20th Century North American Natural Specimens
Shell
1970s Namibian Vintage Natural Specimens
Crystal
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Coral
1970s Italian Vintage Natural Specimens
Crystal
1970s Italian Vintage Natural Specimens
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Paper
1970s Greenlandic Folk Art Vintage Natural Specimens
Other
1970s Italian Other Vintage Natural Specimens
Carrara Marble
1970s Italian Other Vintage Natural Specimens
Brass
Early 20th Century American Natural Specimens
Concrete
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Natural Specimens
Iron
Early 20th Century American Natural Specimens
Horn, Leather
Early 20th Century Chinese Natural Specimens
Stone
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Horn, Lucite
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Natural Specimens
Brass
Early 1900s French Country Antique Natural Specimens
Paper
Early 1900s French Country Antique Natural Specimens
Other
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Natural Specimens
Shell
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Natural Specimens
Plaster, Paper
Early 20th Century North American Natural Specimens
Shell
Early 20th Century American International Style Natural Specimens
Coral
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Natural Specimens
Bone, Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Natural Specimens
Mirror, Wood
1970s Namibian Vintage Natural Specimens
Rock Crystal, Other
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Natural Specimens
Shell
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Plaster, Wood, Paper
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Natural Specimens
Wood, Paint
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Natural Specimens
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Glass
Early 1900s Italian Antique Natural Specimens
Marble
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Natural Specimens
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Natural Specimens
Shell
1970s American American Craftsman Vintage Natural Specimens
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Natural Specimens
Stone, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Rock Crystal, Bronze
1920s Indonesian Vintage Natural Specimens
Stone
Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Natural Specimens
Shell
1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Natural Specimens
Iron
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Early 1900s Antique Natural Specimens
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century English Natural Specimens
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Natural Specimens
Stone, Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Natural Specimens
Iron
Early 20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Shell
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Natural Specimens
Iron
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Natural Specimens
Marble
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Malachite, Silver Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Wood
1970s Vintage Natural Specimens
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Tôle
Early 20th Century European Gothic Natural Specimens
Wood, Mirror
Antique, New and Vintage Natural Specimens
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.