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Sculptural Natural White Sea Coral Specimen
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare and natural white sea coral specimen, circa 1970s. This enticing piece of natural sea coral takes on the form of a modern sculpture with its s...
Category
American Hollywood Regency 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Small Indonesian Petrified Wood Slab
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small Indonesian Petrified Wood Slab.
A naturally sculpted and richly textured slab of petrified wood from Indonesia, identified as originating from the Dipterocarpus genus. Likely...
Category
Indonesian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Petrified Wood
An Italian Marble Specimen Sample Book, 20th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
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...
Category
Italian Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Large Decorative Conch Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and beautiful Conch Shell - a Compliment to any cocktail table and especially those that are near water or the sea.
A true piece of natures are that will mix well with any s...
Category
Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Geometric Italian Organic Carrara Marble Sculpture or Bookend
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Unique Italian Marble Sculpture that can stand alone as a piece of art - perfect for any shelf, cocktail table, guest room, also perhaps the kitchen.
The piece is a companion to a...
Category
Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Carrara Marble
Natural Malachite Obelisk Mineral Specimen
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This one-of-a-kind malachite obelisk is one of the best I have come across, with pleasing proportions, a regal design, and a degree of complexity requiring greater skill and precisio...
Category
European Other 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Malachite, Onyx
Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Sits Flat CLOSING SALE - FINAL REDUCTION
Located in Warrenton, OR
Crystal Geode Natural Specimen, Sits Flat. It is sort of a deep dish shape. CLOSING SALE FINAL REDUCTION
NOTICE: Our 1ST DIBS SHOP IS CLOSING AT END OF MAY
This is a nice, easy to di...
Category
Unknown Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Other
Angel Botello Sculpture "Denise", circa 1981, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
Angel Botello sculpture "Denise".
Made with bronze.
Very decorative.
Signed and numbered 6/6.
Certificate.
Circa 1970, Spain
Angle Botello was born in 1913 in the small town of...
Category
Spanish Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Bronze
Five Inch Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 5 CLOSING SALE
Located in Warrenton, OR
Five Inch Crystal Cluster Natural Specimen - Number 5 CLOSING SALE
NOTICE: Our 1ST DIBS SHOP IS CLOSING AT END OF MAY
This crystal cluster specimen measures about 5 x 3.5 x 2 inche...
Category
Unknown Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, Other
Mexican Sermel Papier Mâché Small Mushroom Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Papier mâché small mushroom by Sermel. Hand painted design with overall areas of wear and minimal paint loss. Signed on the underside.
Category
Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Paper
Spectacular Marcasite Nodule Pyrite Fool's Gold Specimen Sphere France
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
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 ...
Category
French Prehistoric 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Pyrite
One of a Kind Seashell and Citrine And Quartz Crystal
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful spider sea shell professionally mounted on a natural coral base. Artistically embedded with citrine and Quartz crystal pieces that make a beautiful object of art for displa...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral, Rock Crystal
Neoclassical Solid Marble Onyx Green and Brown Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble onyx green & brown obelisk
Measures: 3.18"W x 3.18"D x 10"H.
Very good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expec...
Category
Pakistani Grand Tour 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Italian Pink White Marble Obelisk
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Italian pink and white marble Obelisk, in the modern style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Marble is predominantly pink and wh...
Category
Italian Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
Asian Style Carved Semi Precious Stones Floral Bouquet in Stone Vase
Located in Toledo, OH
Carved semi precious multi colored floral bouquet in carved stone base. Jade and other stones shaped into petals and leaves. Very nice condition. Dimensions: 15" diameter x 18" H.
Category
Unknown Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Jade
Massive Italian Art Glass Apple by Murano Glass
By Bonetti
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful massive Italian art glass apple by Murano Glass, circa 1998. Stunning fluorite green color with sparkles of gold; the piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips...
Category
Italian Hollywood Regency 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Blown Glass
Italian Hand Painted Pairs set in A Foldible Basket
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1778 Set of 7 Italian hand painted ceramic pairs set in a foldable basket as a work of art
Category
Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Ceramic, Hardwood
Large Fishtail Selenite Crystal Formation Specimen
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very large specimen of fishtail selenite crystal, said to promote peace, calm, and mental clarity, Overall measures 14" H x 18.5" x 15". This cryst...
Category
Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Crystal
Silver Plate Life Size Giant Clam Shell Sculpture
By D'argenta
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking life size giant clam shell sculpture or object of art having the iconic form and texture with a silver plated finish by D'Argenta Studios.
Category
Mexican Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Silver Plate
Chaumet Paris, a French Silver-Gilt Seahorse Mounted Rhodochrosite Cup
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
French Brutalist 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Large Needle Quartz Crystal Cluster Geological Specimen
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
Presenting a substantial Crystal Celestite and Quartz Cluster fluorite specimen is a testament to the enchanting beauty of natural rock formations. Spanning an impressive 46cm in width, this cluster captivates with its intricate arrangement of crystal formations.
The Crystal Quartz, with its clear and transparent nature, takes center stage, forming an exquisite cluster that showcases the inherent elegance of these minerals. The fluorite crystals, with their distinctive hues, complement and enhance the visual spectacle, adding a delightful splash of color to the overall composition.
As a natural rock formation, this specimen is a testament to the Earth's geological artistry, capturing the essence of time and the fascinating processes that shape these crystalline wonders. Whether admired for its scientific significance or cherished for its aesthetic appeal, this large Crystal Quartz Cluster...
Category
European 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Quartz
Faux Tusk Trophies Brass Mounted A Pair
By David Barrett
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair Of Imitation Tusk Trophies, David Barrett (1923-2008) Designer. These tusk trophies have brass collars on brass covered cube stands. Tusks are smooth and artistically rendered...
Category
American Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Resin
Natural Red Coral Mounted On 18th Century Painted Wood Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
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".
Category
Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Antique 20th Century Victorian Small "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Stand c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Please note that this item can only be shipped within UK, a CITES licence might be required to your location, please get in touch.
Antique 20th Century small “blond” turtle shell on...
Category
British Other 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Tortoise Shell
Antique Monumental Clam Shell Resting On Antique Wrought Iron Plant Stand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This a monumental clam shell displayed on a Victorian black wrought iron plant stand. Both are very heavy and in very good condition. Plant stand: 12” triangle x 39.75”H.
Category
European Victorian Antique 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Iron
Didactical Model of Cockchafer or May bug sold by the “ Denoyer-Geppert Company
Located in Leuven , BE
Beetle model (Melotontha vulgaris), strongly enlarged. One side shows the outer shape, the other the inner constitution and the viscera, legs and wings ca...
Category
German 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Paper
Large One of a Kind Sea Shell and Crystal
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Atlantic trumpet sea shell professionally mounted on a black color marble base. Artistically hand embedded by the artist with crystal quartz pieces that make beautiful art ob...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Rock Crystal, Marble
Sea Shell Sea Shells Coastal Ornaments Set
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural sea shells set of 14 different sea shells as Christmas Ornaments. Great natural decor for Holidays.
Category
American Rustic Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling
A rare antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 1900. ...
Category
German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paper
7 x 6.5 x .75 inch Agate (or Onyx?) Slab with crystal/druzy areas CLOSING SALE
Located in Warrenton, OR
FINAL REDUCTION 7 x 6.5 x .75 inch Agate (or Onyx?) Slab with crystal/druzy areas CLOSING SALE
*****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*****
We believe this to be aga...
Category
Unknown Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate, Other
Napoleone Martinuzzi, a 'Pianta Grassa' sculpture
Located in Zurich, CH
Napoleone Martinuzzi (1892-1977), a 'Pianta Grassa' sculpture, ca. 1925-1931
executed by Venini & C., Murano, Italy
21 cm (height)
signed with two-line acid stamp
very good conditio...
Category
Italian Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Murano Glass
Curtis Jere 1989 Tree Blossom Raindrops Circular Brass Sculpture with Wood Base
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A signed 1989 Curtis Jere circular tree blossom raindrops brass sculpture. This incredible vintage metal sculpture features a large circular ring design with wispy tree blossoms flow...
Category
French Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Brass
Large Highly Decorative Old Natural Sea Shell #4
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful Large Natural Highly Decorative Sea Shell. Great for decorating! I purchased a collection of Sea Shells from a antique store in Newport.
Category
North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Free Form Organic Wood Root Sculpture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Free Form Wood Root Sculpture
4 h x 10.75 x 5.75 d
Original vintage condition
Refer to images listed
Category
Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Pair of Natural Striped Chambered Nautilus Half Shells
Located in Leesburg, VA
Pair of Natural Striped Chambered Nautilus Half Shells
Nautilus Pompulus
Philippines; harvested in the 20th century
Approximate size: 6.75 (w) x 5.5 (h) x 2.75 (d) in.
Nautilus sh...
Category
Philippine Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
One of a Kind Sea Shell and Amethyst Crystal
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Fantastic Atlantic trumpet sea shell professionally mounted on a natural coral base ,artistically hand embedded with amethyst quartz crystal pieces ,Thant make a beautiful art object...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral, Crystal
Seashells
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful large grouping of all natural seashells. Vessel contains over 50+ matte white and tan/brown/off-white seashells in long/oblong hand-carved wood centerpiece...
Category
American Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Wood
Very Large Impressive Cast Cement Clam Shell Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Giant very realistic impressive cast cement clam shell form.
Category
American Organic Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Cement
Massive 8ft Artisan Made Iron Candelabra Tree Sculpture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
MONUMENTAL artisan made candelabra. This candelabra is a true piece of art, standing at over 8ft high, it is formed out of iron bent to resemble a tree or bush with branches or leaves. How incredible would this piece look illuminated?
The candelabra is a STATEMENT piece to say the least. It is substantial and heavy, completely freestanding and stable. It is 100% structurally solid.
There is surface rust as seen in pictures, but we left it as found because someone may appreciate it just as it is. It could be easily cleaned or painted if so desired. There is one missing candle plate...
Category
20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Iron
Natural Clamshell Mounted on a Natural Coral Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful natural clamshell with cream color patina, professionally clean and mounted on original natural coral base, some crystal quartz accents. Great nat...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Early 20th Century Hand-Carved Palm Screen
Located in Hilversum, NL
This exquisite early 20th century hand-carved screen is sculpted from a 200-year-old Sumatra palm trunk, showcasing the rich natural beauty and craftsmanship of the period. The scree...
Category
Asian Arts and Crafts 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Palmwood, Reclaimed Wood
Brutalist Signed Raw Metal Torch Cut Flower Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Brutalist raw metal torch cut flower sculpture, circa 1983. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 10"W x 5"D x 14.5"H; it is signed and mumbered on the side. G...
Category
American Brutalist 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Metal
Genuine American Fresh Water Snapping Turtle Shell
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Decorative fresh water turtle shell professionally mounted on onyx base, the shell is cleaned and seal with clear protective satin finish.
And the back is upholstered with fine qual...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx
Organic Modern Natural Specimens Coral Brunch on Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique organic natural specimens brunch coral on a marble and wood stand. Great natural light pink color. Great condition.
Category
American Organic Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Antique Fish Taxidermy Glass Showcase with Bream, ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large early 20th century taxidermy of a bream. It is mounted in a setting of reeds and grasses in a wooden vitrified case. Made in Germany circa 1900.
Measures: Width: 22.24" (56....
Category
German Mid-Century Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Glass, Wood
Coral
Located in New York, NY
A natural piece of coral from the sea/ocean. Use as a standalone decorative object, on a shelf, as a luxury display piece, etc., many uses. Piece is a natural white/off-white/cream h...
Category
Unknown Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Coco De Mer Nut Sculptural Box by Antony Redmile, London
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a rare and magnificent object fashioned from a rare coco de mer nut and Ostrich egg by Antony Redmile. The box is secured to a wooden base with a silvered stand, holding both sides of the coconut. The coconut is a rich dark chocolate brown and appears to be warmly polished. The top of the box is silvered and adorned with beautiful malachite specimens. 2 small cast resin boar's teeth set with malachite are present on either side of the box, much like handles. Decorative silvered fittings hold ostrich eggs that serve as the lids to the box. Finally, a silvered fitting holds an oval malachite finial...
Category
English Mid-Century Modern Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Malachite, Silver Plate
Set of Three Swedish Mid-Century Herbariums Botanicals in Dark Bamboo Frames
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three Swedish framed herbariums botanicals from the mid-20th century. These Swedish herbariums from the 1930s and 1950s are featured in black...
Category
Swedish 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Paper
Extra Large Yukon Moose Taxidermy Mount
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
72" Boone and Crockett scoring Yukon moose. 52"vertical, protrudes 42". Absolutely stunning size, great condition. Perfect for large rooms, cabins, rustic decor.
Period: last quart...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Animal Skin
Large Chinese Sculpted Coral Depicting a Dignitary and Attendants
Located in London, GB
Large Chinese sculpted coral depicting a dignitary and attendants
Chinese, early 20th Century
Measures: Height 38cm, width 40cm, depth 20cm
Taking beautiful natural red coral as...
Category
Chinese 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Natural Red Coral Mounted On 18th Century Gilt Fragment
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on 18th century wooden painted gold gilt fragment base.
Category
Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
Natural Red and White Coral Mounted on 18th Century Wood Pedestal
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural white and red coral branches mounted on 18th century wood fragment and square lucite base.
Category
Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral
1950s Hand Carved Cameo of Dancing Women on Conch Seashell
Located in Tarrytown, NY
A beautiful hand carved cameo on conch seashell depicting dancing women made circa 1950s
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Category
Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Antique Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Human Anatomy
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A rare 19ct anatomical brochure illustrating the human anatomy. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of human organs like lung, heart, head and eye. By ...
Category
German 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood, Paper
2 Fratelli Manelli Style Venetia Travertine Stone Brass Pears Sculpture Raymor
Located in Miami, FL
The Set of 2 Italian Classic Riven Travertine Venice Pear Sculptures, Bookends or Objects of Art attributed to Fratelli Manelli for Raymor are a versatile element with particular des...
Category
Italian Organic Modern 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Travertine, Brass
Neoclassical Grand Tour Solid Marble Brown and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble gray and brown obelisk
Measures: 2"W x 2"D x 8"H.
Very good original vintage condition.
Category
Pakistani Grand Tour 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
One of a Kind Sea Shell and Crystal Quartz
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful Atlantic trumpet sea shell professionally mounted on genuine coral base, artistically hand embeded with fantastic crystal quartz stones, to make exceptional piece of art fo...
Category
American 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral, Rock Crystal
