Italian Natural Specimens

This monumental Apatosaurus femur embodies the immense scale and enduring legacy of one of the largest animals ever to walk the Earth. Originating from the renowned Morrison Formatio...

Rich natural earth tones and pronounced sculptural form define this striking Kranaosphinctes sp. ammonite from the Cretaceous of Madagascar. Measuring approximately 15 inches in diam...

A beautiful set of five (5) Italian marble egg sculptures, in the Modern style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Eggs include marble, alabaster and T...

A vintage, mid 20th century G. Ugolini Italian Pietra Dura hard stone picturesque flower in a gilt frame. This incredibly beautiful Pietra Dura features a single stemmed rose, framed...

Transporting the viewer to the majestic Ice Age, this Mammuthus primigenius (Woolly Mammoth) tusk is a remarkable relic of the Pleistocene epoch. Approximately 30,000 years old, the ...

This statue/sculpture represents Mercury or Hermes, in relations to the Roman or Greek denomination of the gods. The original was sculpted by Giambologna in the 19th century. This br...

17th century Italian wood-painted figure of Christ (Provence of Lucca, Tuscany) on a coordinating smoky crystal quartz in matrix base. In Easter celebrations of the Italian Catholic...

A sand-white gorgonian branch from the Wunderkammer in the shape of a fan. The base is in carved and silvered wood in the shape of a vase with volutes. Italy, circa 1870.

A commanding cave bear (Ursus spelaeus) skull fossil, preserved from a species that once inhabited caves across the European continent, this specimen reflects the rugged environments...

This outstanding and remarkable skull piece captures the free roaming spirit of the ancient bison. This extinct species of Bison is also known as the steppe bison, which was widespre...

This genuine woolly rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) skull fossil represents one of the most iconic megafauna of the Pleistocene Ice Age. A rare example of a near-complete skull,...

DETAILS Specimen: Carcharocles megalodon Geological Period: Miocene Age: 12 million years old Origin: North Carolina, USA Dimensions (Fossil): L 4 x D 1 x H 5 in (L 9 x D 3 x H 13 cm...

Lofty set of two silver coated organic seashells with enhanced sculptural elements. Stamped Federico Buccellati 999. Left: H: 4 W: 8 D: 5.5 $2,700.00 Right: H: 2.5 W: 4.5 D: 3.5 $1...

An opalescent spectrum unfolds across this exceptional ammolite specimen, revealing vivid flashes of green, blue, orange, yellow, red and violet. Among the rarest of organic gemstone...

A natural Wunderkammer specimen: a marine diorama with two decoy fishes (Pterois volitans), a brunch, fan shaped, of Horny coral, starfish, and reef. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass...

17th century Italian 'Florence Fragment' mounted with fossil agate coral and adorned with red phantom quartz crystals, and chalcedony rosettes on polished agate base. This fragment is originally from a historical church in Florence. It was found and saved from the historic Florence Flood of 1966. It is part of a very important and rare collection called The Florence Fragment Collection which previously exhibited with Museo de’ Medici in Florence, Italy. This is a collection of historical fragment artifacts found and saved from the infamous Florence flooding of the Arno River in 1966 which was the worst flood the city had faced since the Renaissance. Fossil agate coral is mounted on top of the artifact. Fossil agate coral is Florida's state stone and is known for its unique formation that can take place over 20 million years. It's a natural gemstone that is created when prehistoric coral is gradually replaced with agate. It is adorned with coordinating red phantom crystals and chalcedony rosettes that resemble the color and texture of the piece. The piece has been naturally distressed from the flood. It has been preserved and transformed by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects when she created the piece and the period shows that the Italian fragment is originally 17th century. The story and history of this piece and Interi's collection of Florence fragments...

Taxidermy marine natural Wunderkammer specimen, embalmed sickle pomfret (Familia: Bramidae. Genus: Taractes. Species: Rubescens). The Specimen is stuffed and mounted over a base that...

Natural abstract white birch branch on a chrome stand in Italian design 21th Century This is a white mat lacquered natural birch branch mounted on a meta...

Hand-carved in Italy, this limestone plaque depicts a bas-relief display of grape clusters hanging from a vine with large leaves. Presented horizontally, the vine stretches almost the entire length of the rectangular plaque. The gray limestone has developed a wonderful, mottled patina with elements of black, white, and gold. Our bas relief plaque...

Natural specimen from a cabinet of curiosities. A taxidermy stuffed armadillo: Nine-banded Armadillo - Dasypus novemcinctus (Linnaeus, 1757), resting on metal pins under its legs on ...

A wonderful third quarter 19th century Italian 'grand tour' ancient marbles specimen plaque in original silver-gilt frame.

Ancient red porphyry is a magmatic effusive lithotype characterized by a Bordeaux-red color, composed of a cryptocrystalline matrix in which floating phenocrysts of pale pinkish whit...

Natural specimen from Wunderkammer Stuffed bird (Passer domesticus) House sparrow mounted on a wooden base with cartouche Specimen for laboratory and Natural history cabinet. S. Brog...

A beautiful hand carved cameo on conch shell made in Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition and measures 5" W x 3.5" D x 3.25" H. #4843

A large branch of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum) and a large branch of Sciacca coral, mounted together on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involve...

Delicate rust-toned preservation highlights the ancient form of this Pycnodontiformes fish against a soft cream matrix, creating a striking natural contrast. Expertly prepared, the s...

A large cabinet of curiosities diorama with natural crystal specimens and multicolored butterflies, mounted under an oval blown glass bell jar, with a black lacquered poplar base. An...

This large polished ammonite displays swirling shades of chocolate, rust, tan, and cream, with exquisite suture patterns reminiscent of delicate fern leaves across its nearly two-foo...

This exceptional fossilized crab (Harpactocarcinus) originates from the Eocene period and was discovered in Monte Baldo, Italy. Measuring 4 inches in height, this well-preserved spec...

Natural specimen from Wunderkammer Stuffed bird (Erithacus rubecula) Robin on a wooden base with cartouche Specimen for laboratory and Natural history cabinet. S. Brogi Naturalista. ...

18th century Italian silk-wrapped octagonal wall piece with original gilded sunrays and adorned with coordinating mother-of-pearl with gold highlights and a cross-shaped baroque pear...

A stunning Mid-Century Italian Blanc de Chine creamware glazed porcelain handmade fruit bowl or basket centerpiece. Marked "Hand-Painted Made in Italy". This gorgeous arrangement fea...

An ancient example of a red Imperial Porphyry fragment dating back as far as 1st century Ancient Rome. This is a rare and unusual worked example of this semi-precious stone which is ...

Pair of large branches of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum). Gilt bronze bases with phytomorphic calyx stem. Connection with an oval element in Lapis Lazuli and two spirals ...

The cover inlaid with the title 'COLLECTIO MARMORUM' incorporating ebony, tulipwood and mahogany. The hinged wooden book having the appearance of gold pages and opening to reveal a t...

A large branch of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum) from a cabinet of curiosities. The circular base with a wavy edge is made of embossed silver. The first register features...

This sublime sculpture made from a piece of weathered chestnut wood celebrates the authentic, singular beauty of shapes drawn by nature. Its unrepeatable contours, swirls, and fissur...

“Sunrise” is a striking native copper nugget, celebrated for its rich surface texture and vivid interplay of metallic warmth and mineral contrast. The specimen reveals a dynamic comp...

Ancient red porphyry is a magmatic effusive lithotype characterized by a Bordeaux-red color, composed of a cryptocrystalline matrix in which floating phenocrysts of pale pinkish whit...

The mesmerizing beauty of nature is revealed in this striking amethyst geode, distinguished by its richly saturated purple crystal core and dramatic presence of large calcite formati...

This remarkable Jurassic fossil composition unites two iconic marine species within a single matrix—an exceptionally preserved Arietites bucklandi ammonite accompanied by the fossili...

Medium sized hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on 18th century wooden painted black fragment base. Perfect addition to your "Cabinet of Curiosities".

Sculptural 18th century Italian gilded Rococo scroll fragment mounted on a crystal quartz base with fire crystal quartz. The gilded fragment originally came from a historical church ...

This impressive Lepisosteus sp. fossil gar fish commands attention with its elongated form and distinctive diamond-shaped scales, preserved in remarkable detail within warm cream lim...

Italian grand tour marble and alabaster sphere on stand. This elegant object originates from a dedicated collection of grand tour items and exemplifies the refined souvenirs acquired...

DETAILS Specimen: Odobenus sp. Geological Period: Holocene Age: 10,000 Years Old Origin: Alaska, USA Dimensions (Fossil): L 13 x D 9 x H 17 in (L 33 x D 23 x H 43 cm) Weight (Fossil)...

19th century Italian hand-carved gilded angels mounted aragonite.  The hand-carved angels were once part of a heavenly, angelic depiction in a historic church in Tuscany. The aragon...

A vintage, mid 20th century Italian pietra dura hard stone picturesque flower in a gilt frame. This incredibly beautiful pietra dura features a single rose. This is one of a collecti...

A finely crafted circular pietra dura plaque, likely originating from Italy during the mid-to-late 19th century, this specimen marble and hardstone inlaid chessboard combines decorat...

18th century Italian station of the cross on calcite crystals in matrix with a natural-forming baroque pearl. This is the second station of the cross in a group of 14 and originall...

A superb association of ammonites varied in size and color bear witness to the seas of the past. Named as “Ammon’s Horns,” for the ancient Egyptian god of life and procreation known ...

Set of 4 vintage alabaster fruits yellow Mid Century Design Italy, 1970s Very nice set of 4 alabaster fruits in yellow tones from Italy 1970s. This set contains a mango, a melon, a ...

A stunning example of classic Italian majolica, this monumental fruit centerpiece offers timeless opulence and vibrant artistry. Meticulously hand-sculpted and glazed, it features a ...

19th century Irish embroidered silk picture with a gold frame adorned with an antique silver braid and aventurine, emerald, and topaz polished stones. The picture shows the phrase, ...

Natural specimen from Wunderkammer Stuffed bird (Linaria cannabina) Fanello Linaia cannabina mounted on a wooden base with cartouche Specimen for laboratory and Natural history cabinet...

DETAILS Specimen: Carcharocles megalodon Geological Period: Miocene Age: 12 million years old Origin: North Carolina, USA Dimensions (Fossil): L 5 x D 1 x H 6 in (L 12 x D 3 x H 15 c...

Very large natural specimen of red pipe coral. Color is a natural ruby red Flat underside for easy display. This specimen is a great large size ...

From Agrigento, Sicily, Italy Massive specimen of scintillating white aragonite covered with a cluster of gem translucent blocky bright yellow sulf...

A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base with sea shell trim.

Striking Italian faux bamboo hand carved frame with a thick beveled mirror. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this practical and handcrafted wall mirror from the...