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Antique Scientific Didactic Model of the Yew Seed, Germany made in the Twenties

$1,954.21
£1,459.62
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A$2,995.86
CHF 1,567.17
MX$36,738.82
NOK 20,025.41
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Taxus baccata, enlarged and removable didactic model of the yew seed, tree very used as hedge, belonging to the order of the conifers. German manufacture of the twenties made of papier-mâché painted by hand and mounted on an ebonized wooden base. Height 58 cm, base diameter 17 cm. Good condition. Shipping is insured by Lloyd's London; our gift box is free (look at the last picture).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.84 in (58 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
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  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1020224208482

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