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Fish fossil in golden frame from Disco Island, Godthåb fjord in Greenland 50mill
$3,306.96
£2,489.63
€2,800
CA$4,555.55
A$5,101.93
CHF 2,662.10
MX$62,317.87
NOK 33,869.70
SEK 31,926.25
DKK 21,313.98
About the Item
This remarkable fish fossil, elegantly presented in a gilded frame with a deep blue fabric background, originates from the remote and geologically significant Disco Island, located in the Godthåb Fjord region of Greenland. Dating back approximately 50 million years to the Eocene period, this specimen offers a rare and tangible glimpse into prehistoric marine life in the North Atlantic during a time of dramatic climatic and ecological transformation.
The fossil's preservation is exceptional, capturing fine skeletal details and organic structures that speak to the calm sedimentary conditions of its ancient aquatic environment. The Eocene epoch marked a warm phase in Earth's history, and regions such as present-day Greenland hosted a rich array of flora and fauna that have long since vanished from these latitudes.
Disco Island is renowned for its fossil beds, which have contributed greatly to the understanding of early Cenozoic ecosystems. The choice of a golden frame and blue background not only enhances the visual contrast and delicacy of the fossil but also underscores its status as a scientific and aesthetic artifact. This piece stands as both a natural history treasure and a poetic reminder of deep time and the fragile continuity of life.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:København K, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7328244399292
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