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Elytra 'shells' of insect jewels from Thailand

$923.46
£690.47
€780
CA$1,293.27
A$1,421.80
CHF 734.95
MX$17,012.78
NOK 9,278.60
SEK 8,698.95
DKK 5,941.99

About the Item

A new material made from the elytra (shells) of insect jewels from Thailand - Sternoceras Aequisignata - The satin-finish brass stand brings out the incredible iridescent colours, ranging from blue to green, of these beetles from the Buprestes family.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Leuven , BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 19271stDibs: LU3301124317632

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