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A wunderkammer marine natural specimen, the Melo melo shell. Italy 1880.

$1,482.64
£1,105.38
€1,250
CA$2,036.19
A$2,278.90
CHF 1,189.94
MX$27,802.69
NOK 15,104.74
SEK 14,333.46
DKK 9,521.10
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About the Item

The base is made out of rosewood. The shell, Melo Melo, (Family Volutidae) is mounted with reef and small shells. Italy last part of 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917135026822

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