Natural Specimens
15th Century and Earlier Antique Natural Specimens
Malachite, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Natural Specimens
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Other
20th Century Modern Natural Specimens
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Natural Specimens
Crystal, Other
Late 20th Century American Natural Specimens
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal
20th Century Unknown Natural Specimens
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens
Crystal, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Natural Specimens
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Natural Specimens
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Natural Specimens
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens
Malachite
2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass
2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Late 20th Century Natural Specimens
Steel
15th Century and Earlier Antique Natural Specimens
Granite
15th Century and Earlier Afghan Antique Natural Specimens
Lapis Lazuli
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Natural Specimens
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
15th Century and Earlier Namibian Antique Natural Specimens
Other
2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Glass, Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Natural Specimens
Crystal, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Natural Specimens
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Natural Specimens
Jade
20th Century Russian Neoclassical Natural Specimens
Malachite, Stone
20th Century European Other Natural Specimens
Malachite, Onyx
20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Malachite
Late 19th Century Russian Belle Époque Antique Natural Specimens
Malachite
2010s Canadian Natural Specimens
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century North American Grand Tour Natural Specimens
Stone, Concrete
15th Century and Earlier Antique Natural Specimens
Other
15th Century and Earlier Antique Natural Specimens
Lapis Lazuli
Mid-20th Century Italian Natural Specimens
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Natural Specimens
Wire
2010s American Natural Specimens
Coral
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Art Glass
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Glass
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.