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Period: Mid-20th Century
1950s Dutch Rare Mummified Veterinary Calf Foetus Specimen Curiosity
Located in Haarlem, NL
A little bit creepy but very beautiful this petrified unborn cow baby mummy. Calf mummification occurs when a cow foetus dies inside the womb for to some reason and instead of expelling the foetus like normal, it dehydrates due to the absorption of amniotic fluids and mummifies in the mother’s body over time. Cows carrying a mummified calf...
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Dutch Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Leather

Sculpture in Wood Butalist Design, 1950s France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
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...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Oak

Mid-Century Mother-of-pearl and Metal Bird
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960 silver plated bird with mother-of-pearl insets. Measurements: Height: 27" Width: 20" Depth: 14".
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North American Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Massive Live Edge Tree Root Sculpture
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Massive live edge tree root sculpture. An absolute masterpiece from every angle this naturally occurring sculpture is a beauty to behold ...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Wood

Organic sculpture in Narra hardwood from the Philippines
Located in Kastrup, DK
Beautiful organic sculpture in Narra hardwood (root wood) from the Philippines. It is an Asian tradition to appreciate sculptures found in the nature, and Narra is the national tree...
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Philippine Other Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Metal

Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures
By Maria Jarreau Heller
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Created by multi disciplinary artist Yvette Jarreau. Artist made molten copper cold dropped sculptures in Abstract Organic form. Various shapes, sizes and textures. Some pieces show ...
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American Organic Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Wire

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Fresh Water Habitat
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Fresh Water Habitat A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the fresh water habitat. Used as teaching material in ...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Old West Carved Petrified Wood Tree Log Stone Sculptures American Studio Craft
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of carved petrified wood tree sculptures, old western American studio craft. White H 9 3/8 in. / 3.9 lbs. Black H 20 3/4 in. / 15.12 lb...
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American American Craftsman Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Petrified Wood

Pair of Fossil Specimens
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Orthoconic Cephalopods towers or fossilized squid specimens carefully cut from stone and polished to reveal these remarkable organic sculptures.
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Canadian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Rock Crystal

Collection of Semi Precious Stone Obelisks
Located in New York, NY
Collection of various exotic stones including Lapis, onyx, quartz etc Obelisks, 224total ranging in height from 3 to 8 inches.
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Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Vintage School Teaching Display of Usefull Insects
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A classical vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating usefull insects (insects as producers, insects pollinating flowers, insect sanitary police and insects annihil...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests A vintage school teaching showcase with household pests specimen behind glass. Used as teaching material in German schools c...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Showcase with Stone Specimen, Decomposition of Rocks, circa 1930
Located in Berghuelen, DE
The vintage natural scientific specimen diorama shows the decomposition of rocks behind glass in a wooden case. It was used for class, circa 1930. Measures: Width 14.37" (36.5cm) Hei...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Large Midcentury Redwood Burl Sphere Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent and monumental in scale (26" in diameter / 79" circumference) redwood burl sphere. Can be used as a stand-alone impressive sculpture / decorative object or, with slight m...
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North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Burl

Fish fossil in golden frame from Disco Island, Godthåb fjord in Greenland 50mill
Located in København K, 84
This remarkable fish fossil, elegantly presented in a gilded frame with a deep blue fabric background, originates from the remote and geologically significant Disco Island, located i...
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Greenlandic Scandinavian Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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Gold Leaf

French Gypsum Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970 s tree statue , Vintage artist school work . Small Man H: 24 W:6 D:5,5 WOMEN H: 22.5 W:6 D:6
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Plaster

Large Sculpture of Bronze Grape Cluster
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large sculpture of bronze grape cluster.
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Italian Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

European Tole And Copper Palm Tree
Located in Essex, MA
With a painted tole planter painted to imitate a wood stave pot. The palm with copper stem and green palm fronds. Lacking the top clustered frond. Nine branches.
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Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Tin

Mid Century Biomorphic Pottery Coral Reef
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Highly unique and sophisticated pottery sculpture of a sweeping coral reef. Brown glazed pottery with striking organic visual appeal. Two mirrors inset in the reef to depict reservoi...
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Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Pottery

Mid-Century Brazilian Modern Stained Gourd with Hot Needle Point Figures
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Brazilian tribal art gourd sculpture with stained finish and hot needle point artistry, 1960s.
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Stylish Midcentury White Metal Bamboo & Flower Design Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted Italian faux bamboo and flower pendant. If you like to surround yourself with rare and stylish home accessories then this handcrafted pendant from the mid-century era co...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
Category

Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Hardwood

School Teaching Display Anthill of the Horse Ant
Located in Berghuelen, DE
School Teaching Display Anthill of the Horse Ant A vintage school teaching glass display of the anthill of the horse ant. It shows the hill and inhabitants thereof, the life inside ...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

1940s Han Carved Water Buffalo Horn of Detailed Bird Sculpture on a Wood Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Vintage Carved Water Buffalo Horn Hand Carved and Detailed Sculpture of a Parrot / Bird on a Wood base Colors: Black, Tan, Natural Wood.
Category

Unknown Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Horn

Vintage Organic Natural Form Cypress Knuckle Sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Vintage coastal cypress knuckle sculpture. Large and free standing . Naturally formed growth of Cypress wood . Works as a organic sculpture or green house element .
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American Organic Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Cypress

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Forest Edge
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Forest Edge A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the forest edge. Used as teachin...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Electric Blue Hand Blown Murano Glass Flower Sculpture
Located in Toronto, ON
A stunning electric blue Murano glass flower sculpture, with gold leaf incorporated into the glass and rich blue tone. Beautifully crafted by hand in Italy.
Category

Italian Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Skohg River Stone Sterling Overlay Flower Paperweight Sweden Gustavsberg
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This is a largest Skohg stone with have ever had, its wonderful! 4.75 x 4 x 1.63 in 1 lb 9 oz
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Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Sterling Silver

Two heads Fang reliquary, 20th c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fang janiform reliquary head, stylized headdress with two drooping locks, pierced base of the neck with triple braided necklace wicker. Gabon, 20th c.
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Gabonese Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Vintage Hammered Metal Tree
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian hammered and patinated metal tree. Measurements: Height: 74" Width: 30" Depth: 18"
Category

Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Selection of Midcentury Marble Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of midcentury marble lamps, American, circa 1950s. From left to right in the first photo, they are: 1) Variegated round marble lamp in gr...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Metal

Decorative Root Sculpture, Italy 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Decorative root sculpture, Italy 1960s.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Metal

1950s Midcentury Design English Anatomical Models University
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two amazing anatomical models university, circa 1950s. Measurements from left: height 30 cm, 23 cm.
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English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Iron Sculpture with Amethyst Stone
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian sculpture. Measurements: Height:47" Width: 24" Depth: 20" Base: 11" x 17".  
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Italian Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Iron

Set of Five Ornamental Shells in Mexican Silver Baskets
Located in New York, NY
Set of five ornamental shells in Mexican silver baskets. Five Mexican small sterling silver woven baskets topped with decorative mica stone chips suggesting baskets of silver with fi...
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Mexican Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century Brutalist Bronze and Amethyst Sculpture with Bird and Cactus
Located in Toronto, ON
A unique bronze and amethyst sculpture in a truly Brutalist / organic style treatment with a fine, raw surface patina. Bird, textured brush and cactus motifs are abstracted in cast b...
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American Brutalist Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Amethyst, Bronze

Pair of Sommerso Art Glass Pumpkins by Murano Glass Studios
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of sommerso art glass pumpkins by Murano Glass Studios, circa 1970s. The pair are in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and ha...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Art Glass, Sommerso

Italian Glazed Terracotta Baby Leopard Figure
Located in Miami, FL
1920, Italian glazed terracotta baby leopard figure.
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Italian Art Deco Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Italian Grape Cluster Creamware Bowls
Located in Dallas, TX
Creamware, which is earthenware with a lead glaze over a pale body that results in a pleasing cream color, are beautiful decorative accessories that can be paired with just about any...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Earthenware, Creamware

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Grassland
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Grassland A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the grassland. Used as teaching ma...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Small Murano Glass Sweet Pepper Fruit of 'A Canne' Glass
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Small Murano Glass Sweet Pepper Fruit of 'A Canne' Glass A nice Murano parika fruit made of multicoloured a canne glass. artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing with fa...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Heath
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of the Insects of the Heath A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the insects of the heath. Us...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Sculpture of a Banana Plant, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden sculpture of a banana plant, 1950s Sculpture of a banana plant in carved wood with interlocking leaves. Hand crafted an...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household pests
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display of Household Pests A vintage school teaching showcase with household pests specimen behind glass. Used as teaching material in German schools c...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Great Vintage School Teaching Display Vermins in the Garden and Forest
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Vintage School Teaching Display Vermins in the Garden and Forest A vintage school teaching showcase with specimen illustrating the pests in the garden and in the forest. Used ...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Bell Pepper
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a dash of playful charm to your décor with this vintage glazed ceramic bell pepper sculpture. Hand-formed and finished in a vivid green glaze, this whimsical piece captures the n...
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American Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Rock Crystal Obelisks and Sphere
Located in Hanover, MA
Beautiful grouping of clear rock crystal quarts pair of obelisks and a sphere.
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Brazilian Grand Tour Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Altar Fruit - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your décor with our "Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Altar Fruit." This exquisite piece features beautifully crafted ceramic fruit with a glossy glaze, capturing the elegance ...
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Chinese Regency Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Driftwood Sculpture
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s driftwood sculpture.
Category

Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Vintage School Teaching Display Wheat Corn and its Products
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage School Teaching Display Wheat Corn and its Products A vintage glass showcase illustrating the wheat corn and products made out of wheat...
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German Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Tall French Midcentury Cattail Sculpture Mounted on a Black Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French metal cattail sculpture from the mid 20th century, with square base. Created in France during the midcentury period, this tall cattail...
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French Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
Category

Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Hardwood

Sculptural Japanese Keyaki Wood Partition in the Style of Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Japanese keyaki wood partition in the style of Nakashima.
Category

Japanese Organic Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Fruit Topiary - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your garden or home decor with this pair of Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Fruit Topiaries. These American-style pieces showcase intricate crafts...
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American Regency Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Concrete

Three heads Fang reliquary, 20th c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fang reliquary with three heads, eyes inlaid with bone pellets and copper nails. Equatorial Guinea, XXth c.
Category

Equatorial Guinean Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Gilt Tipped Bird Sculpture
Located in west palm beach, FL
Graceful yet commanding, this vintage gilt bird sculpture captures the moment of mid-flight with striking movement and texture. Crafted in a dramatic posture with outstretched wings,...
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American Rustic Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

OGGETTI MURANO HAND-CRAFTED Glass Aquatic Sculptures
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Pair of OGGETTI Italian Hand-Painted Glass Tropical Fish Sculptures, c. 1960 An elegant tribute to the art of Italian glassmaking, this pair of...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Blown Glass

Signed Female Marble Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful marble sculpture of a female torso, face, on granite base. Smooth and rough surfaces give a nice composition. (Please confirm item location, NY or NJ, with dealer).
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mid-20th Century Natural Specimens

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