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Natural Specimen, the Iguana Skeleton, Italy 1890

About the Item

A natural specimen of an iguana skeleton from the Wunderkammer The specimen is twisted into a circle and hung from a string. Italy, circa 1890.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bone,String
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917132447292
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