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1927, Entomology Collection of Fourteen Morpho Didius Butterfly Specimens

About the Item

A beautiful collection of Morpho Didius butterflies specimens. A wonderful entomology collection of fourteen vivid blue Morpho butterflies in their original glazed wooden display case finished with a dated paper label to the bottom. A phenomenal decorative piece & a real head-turner. 1927 Wear commensurate with age, very light damage to some of the specimens as you'd expect but they are in extremely good condition overall given their age & fragile nature, the colours are absolutely amazing given theiy are nearing 100 years old. The case is showing it's age a little with an old repair to one corner but remains solid. Totally untouched.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Wood,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1927
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Downham Market, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6750232471002
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