French Natural Specimens

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This striking pyrite nodule, originating from Northern France, boasts a captivating marcasite structure with a raw, rugged texture that shimmers with a unique metallic luster. Often ...

Carved from a single, uninterrupted block of lapis lazuli, this remarkable obelisk commands attention through both its scale and its purity of form. Rising in a classic pyramid-toppe...

This piece of fossil shell, named "pecten" or scallop, was found in Lubéron, south of france, and prepaired in our workshop in Marseille. It is around 20 millions years old, from Mi...

Cactus sculpture from France made of plaster. This mid-century piece has lovely detail and a green painted finish. The cactus is in very nice vintage condition with only minor surfac...

These esthetics, decorative, and historicaly intersting fossils sea urchins, names Scutella, come from the faluns of Touraine in France. Faluns are a sedimentary layer made of shells...

A Large bunch of grapes designed by Hans Hedberg (1917-2007) Swedish ceramist who had his studio in Biot, near nice in France. The grapes comes with a stand in acrylic glass that is ...

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

This seemingly striking sculpture, composed of thick swirls and folds, is in fact an entirely natural formation. It is a beautifully aesthetic example of a sandstone concretion collo...

Description: this sculpture was made in the 1950s in France. It consists of a black oak base and an oak ball carved . Very nice work combining organic form and raw material. Conditi...

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

This fossil piece of natural shell, named Giganto Pecten Restitutensis, has been thought to fit on ashelf or a desk, with it's custom wood and steel stand. They come from France, Lu...

A Palissy School of Paris Majolica hanging wall plaque, France, modeled by François Maurice, circa 1870-1875. Modeled from life, this extremely dimensional and realistic piece is gl...

This striking original Art Deco sculpture depicts a graceful woman walking two sleek Borzois,, a motif that exemplifies the elegance and glamour of the 1920s and 1930s. The figure is...

Dimensions - H: 20 1/2in W: 15in D: 6in This French Art Deco Style Bronze of Dancer After Chiparus is truly a work of art! If you look at the photos provided you will see the atten...

Discover a slice of history with this 20th Century French Wooden Horse, a handcrafted piece that exudes timeless charm and character. This folk-art...

Carved from a single, uninterrupted block of lapis lazuli, this remarkable obelisk commands attention through both its scale and its purity of form. Rising in a classic pyramid-toppe...

Rare and important specimen of white coral mounted on a brass base. Width: 66 cm (26 inches) Height: 50 cm (19.7 inches) Depth: 35 cm (13.8 inches)

Monumental Rock Crystal Quartz Stalagmite on Carved Silver Leaf Base, in the Style of Serge Roche France, Circa 1960 Two Pieces: The Rock Crystal Quartz Stalagmite and the Carved Sil...

Chaumet Paris, A French Silver-Gilt Seahorse Mounted Rhodochrosite cup Circa 1980. An exceptional object A quadrangular cut cup in rhodochrosite and the handle made of a sea...

Roger Capron French (1922–2006) large ceramic tile evocative of a prehistoric fossil fish, executed in intricate, dimensional detail and finished in...

An extraordinary natural Gogotte formation from Fontainebleau, France — a geological masterpiece formed millions of years ago from fine quartz sand fused together by mineral-rich wat...

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

An extraordinary natural Gogotte formation from Fontainebleau, France — a geological masterpiece formed millions of years ago from fine quartz sand fused together by mineral-rich wat...

A monumental almost 9 foot tall banana leaf palm tree we feel comfortable attributing to Maison Jansen. This brass piece is truly wonderfully crafted and is of the highest quality, e...

This spectacular pair of obelisks is constructed of amethyst, a lavender to purple translucent semi-precious crystal that is a form of quartz found in many locations around the world...

This striking sculptural composition by Pierre Girardon exemplifies the mid-20th-century fascination with natural history preserved through modern materials. Executed in clear cast l...

Elegant decorative composition consisting of a hand-painted tin Provençal gardening bowl from which a triumph of large natural shells emerges. Visually and decoratively striking, it ...

197s Large sawthooth sculpture monted on brass and chromed steel base.

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

These handcrafted mushroom sculptures embody the wabi-sabi aesthetic, celebrating imperfection, balance, and the quiet beauty of natural forms. Each piece features textured stems and...

Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a ...

Sculpted natural stone tablet on base. Beautiful on a custom tripod with an antique character. A stone that has in its natural palette, shades of pink, blue and gray-brown. A true pa...

Pair of whimsical concrete mushrooms crafted with playful proportions and vivid polychromy. Designed as decorative garden accents, they capture the imaginative spirit of mid-century ...

Design: Jules Jouant (1863-1921) Pitcher sign: Foundry: Eug. Blot Paris / Design: Jouant Material: Silver plated Biography Auguste Jules Alphonse Jouant was born in Paris, Cité Fénelon, in the 9th arrondissement, on June 19, 18632, son of Étienne Alphonse Jouant, carpenter, and Louise Carré. A student of the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris3, Jules Jouant was one of Auguste Rodin's practitioners. He exhibited the Bust of Prince Gedroyc at the Salon of 1883 and sculpted busts of musicians such as Richard Wagner, Frédéric Chopin or Ludwig van Beethoven. He obtained an honorable mention at the Salon of 1913. Jules Jouant is renowned for his works of art (vases, dishes, lamp bases, pitchers, candlesticks, table bells, trinket bowls, etc.) typical of the Art Nouveau style, produced in pewter by the Barbedienne founders This link leads to a disambiguation page, Eugène Blot and Ettlinger Frères. He also collaborates with the workshops of the Daum brothers This link returns He was appointed professor at the Ecole Boulle in Paris. He is buried in the Cimetière de Passy (2nd division). Public collections -Museum of Art and History of Belfort seaweed, pewter The Holly, pewter -Mignard, marble bust, Paris, Manufacture des Gobelins7. Plaster model preserved in Angers in the Maine-et-Loire prefecture8 -Léo Delibes, marble bust, National Opera of Paris9. Plaster model preserved in the town hall of Rochefort (Charente-Maritime) -Two bas-reliefs, stone...

This uncommon display of naturals fossils of Tripneustes Parkinsoni (a species of urchins), is from France, more precisely from Luberon's mountain, Lacoste area. It originates approx...

A fine and unusual pair of Art Deco hexagon form cut rock crystal obelisks, beautifully hand-cut and hand-polished, Paris.

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

A Gogotte Formation Of natural form, dating from the Oligocene period (30 Million years ago). Beguiling natural mineral formation, they are the result of calcium carbonate binding w...

Gogotte de Fontainebleau Highly unique. Gigantic fragment of Gogotte de Fontainebleau on custom stand. A Gogotte de Fontainebleau is a natural sandstone formation that originated ...

A large and impressive silver and parcel-gilt bronze fish attributed to Marie Louise Simard. This elegant Fine Art sculpture of a stylized exotic fis...

Specimen from wunderkammer, a glass ampoule with turned fruitwood lid painted black and label on the front. The paper label reads: Pulvis eructanea. France circa 1870.

Gorgeous stylized iceberg sculpture / paperweight by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has...

Due to recent changes in U.S. legislation impacting customs procedures and documentation processing, order handling times within the United States may extend to 2-3+ weeks. For all o...

A fabulous vintage Boho sculpture. A chic monumental piece of driftwood mounted on a steel plinth. A real showstopper. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

The folio made of strong card stock opens to reveal 12 samples with each specimen described in French. Measures: Each Specimen 2 1/2” x 1 1/2”. Case closed. 5”x9” 1/2”.

Deconstructed Lobster (Homarus Gammarus) Specimen Under Glass Dome. The European lobster, scientifically referred to as Homarus gammarus or commonly known as the common lobster, is ...

Deconstructed Spiny Spider Crab (Maja Brachydactyla) Specimen Under Custom Glass Case: Maja brachydactyla belongs to the Majidae family and is a type of crab. Initially considered a...

Sevres pair of pigeons (Vinsare) origin France Art Deco period in perfect condition circa 1930.

Rare Large Pachylytoceras Dilicidum Ammonite Fossil, 190-200 Million Years Old apx. This is a beautiful, multicolor fossil specimen, probably found in France. The leafy patterns and ...

Polar Light by Arturo Erbsman (Land Art Design, Made in Lapland ) Dimensions: 50 x 50 x 100 cm Materials: Metal wire, chain, mesh, water Arturo Erbsman comes himself to install the...

One of a kind handmade French antique iron plant sculpture of a potted plant. A small pot sprouts tall, languid iris stems and leaves. The entire piece...

Claude Gaget Amazing large stoneware tree sculpture by the French artist. Original perfect conditions, signed at the base GAGET Brown and colored firi...

Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a ...

Bronze elephant mounted on grey marble base. Signed "Milo". Size including base 8.75" H x 14.5" L x 6.25" D. Size of elephant only 8" H x 13" L x 5.5" D.

A Pair of French Mid-Century Modern rock crystal hand-craved and hand-polished orbs/spheres on original rock crystal stands. Each orb is hand carved and hand-polished from a single p...

With detachable fronds. Nickel plated metal. Dimensions variable.

Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It do have a lovely brown and yellow colo...

Aesthetic combination of scallops shell fossils, called gigantopecten restitutensis, and an oyster, this is a nice collection and decoration piece on its black wooden stand. It can b...

Midcentury French modern candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. One damage shown on picture. Made of wood. Beautiful decoration and good gift. Only one unique piece.