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A pair of diorama with hermit crabs, Italy 1870.

$5,333.17
£3,982.14
€4,500
CA$7,314.77
A$8,221.32
CHF 4,281.44
MX$99,991.53
NOK 54,786.32
SEK 51,953.58
DKK 34,256.74
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About the Item

A natural Wunderkammer specimen a pair of marine diorama with Hermit Crab (Pagurus Bernhardus) a brunch, fan shaped of Horny coral, reef, shells. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass dome, over a gray painted wooden base. Italy circa1870. (Also sold separately)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917136294322

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