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Large Natural Clam Shell
Large Natural Clam Shell

Large Natural Clam Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Organic tridnaca gigas clam shell with its iconic sculptural form and ocean inspired color variations and varied textures.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Organic Material

En Marche — Mounted Global Beetle & Insect Collection by Hasharat
En Marche — Mounted Global Beetle & Insect Collection by Hasharat

En Marche — Mounted Global Beetle & Insect Collection by Hasharat

Located in New York, NY

En Marche” by Hasharat is a meticulously arranged contemporary entomological artwork featuring an exceptional selection of mounted beetles, weevils, and orthopterans displayed in a m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Linen

Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance
Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance

Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent taxidermy specimen showcases an albino (leucistic) peacock, skillfully mounted on an oval wooden base. The intricate details of the peacock's unique coloring are cap...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Feathers

Vintage Seashell Encrusted Sailors Valentine Ship Anchor
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Sailors Valentine Ship Anchor

Vintage Seashell Encrusted Sailors Valentine Ship Anchor

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Unusual vintage Sailors valentine in the form of a ship anchor ambitiously encrusted with exotic seashells with a leather hanging strap.

Category

20th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Leather, Organic Material

Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance
Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance

Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent taxidermy specimen showcases an albino (leucistic) peacock, skillfully mounted on an oval wooden base. The intricate details of the peacock's unique coloring are cap...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Feathers

Opaline, Contemporary Butterfly Sculpture under 19th Century Glass Dome
Opaline, Contemporary Butterfly Sculpture under 19th Century Glass Dome

Opaline, Contemporary Butterfly Sculpture under 19th Century Glass Dome

Located in New York, NY

Opaline is a contemporary sculptural work by Hasharat, composed of preserved butterfly specimens arranged beneath an original 19th-century Napoleon III glass dome. Drawn from the Pie...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass

Antique Monumental Clam Shell Resting On Antique Wrought Iron Plant Stand
Antique Monumental Clam Shell Resting On Antique Wrought Iron Plant Stand

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

Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Iron

Pair of Seashell Sculptures on Wood Bases
Pair of Seashell Sculptures on Wood Bases

Pair of Seashell Sculptures on Wood Bases

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of one of a kind exotic free form seashell sculpture presented on wood remnants. Left: H: 8 W: 6.5 D: 4.5 Right: H: 8.5 W: 6 D: 6

Category

20th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Organic Material, Wood

Seashell Tissue Box
Seashell Tissue Box

Seashell Tissue Box

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful vintage seashell [sea shell] tissue box holder cover, Victorian design, circa early to mid-20th century. Box is wood and covered wit...

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Wood

Yellow Golden Pheasant Wall Mounted Taxidermy Specimen
Yellow Golden Pheasant Wall Mounted Taxidermy Specimen

Yellow Golden Pheasant Wall Mounted Taxidermy Specimen

Located in New York, NY

This Yellow Golden pheasant's in-flight pose is the perfect way to showcase all of those amazing feathers, it's a wonderful addition to any collection, perfect for town or country.

Category

2010s American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood, Feathers

RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS
RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS

RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this amazing suite of original natural history museum cased specimens A very rare find, these are old examples and some very interesting pieces, the list is as follows 1:- POM 17615 PINGUICULA 2:- POM 17600 VENUS FLYTRAP...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Plastic

Silver Chamberstick / Candleholder Hippocampus / Seahorse, 1837 Munich, Germany
Silver Chamberstick / Candleholder Hippocampus / Seahorse, 1837 Munich, Germany

Silver Chamberstick / Candleholder Hippocampus / Seahorse, 1837 Munich, Germany

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Silver Chamberstick / candleholder hippocampus / seahorse, circa 1837 Munich, Germany. This silver Chamberstick retain the original detachable snuffer. We have specialized in the sa...

Category

1830s German Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head
1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head

1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head

Located in Berghuelen, DE

1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head A rare brochure illustrating the anatomy of the human head. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of several layers of th...

Category

Early 20th Century German Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Paper

Pair of Grand Tour Obelisks
Pair of Grand Tour Obelisks

Pair of Grand Tour Obelisks

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A pair of late 19th century Grand Tour Obelisks. The mouldings in Carara, the plint in Sienna, the plaque in Lapis Lazuli and the obelisks themselves in onyx.

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Fine Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two
Fine Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two

Fine Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this fine antique Irish Knobkerrie stick A lovely primitive piece, used by shepherds in the late Victorian era right the way up until today D...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two
Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two

Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this antique Irish Knobkerrie stick A lovely primitive piece, used by shepherds in the late Victorian era right the way up until today I have...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Clam Shell on a Footed Base
Clam Shell on a Footed Base

Clam Shell on a Footed Base

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty organic tridacna gigas clam shell with its ocean inspired color, texture and iconic sculptural form. Presented on a custom footed base.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Organic Material

Lucite Encased Insect Bug Decorative Object or Paperweight
Lucite Encased Insect Bug Decorative Object or Paperweight

Lucite Encased Insect Bug Decorative Object or Paperweight

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Lucite encased insect bug decorative object or paperweight, circa mid-20th century. A great piece for a desk, library, shelf, etc. Dimensions: 2...

Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Resin, Lucite

Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s
Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s

Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s A rare 19ct anatomical brochure illustrating the female human anatomy. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of human ...

Category

Early 20th Century German Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Paper

Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew
Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew

Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew circa 1880. Superb decorative piece of treen hand carved using a hardwood.  Due to the oversized nature of this piece it would ma...

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Fruitwood

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Victorian natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Victorian natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage natural specimens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, feathers and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Victorian natural specimens made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original natural specimens, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, and Royal Worcester. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for natural specimens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $30,000 while the average work can sell for $1,900.