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50 Million Year Old Fossil Fish Mural from the Green River Formation, Wyoming

About the Item

This sculptural stone mural features an array of Eocene era fossil fish from the Green River Formation: one Notogoneus osculus, one Diplomystus dentatus, one Cockerellites liops (formerly known as Priscacara), and a few Knightia eocaena. These fossil fish are about 50 million years old and forever preserved in a textured matrix of natural, fossil-bearing limestone. The mural measures approximately 3 feet x 4 feet. It is fully backed with wood and it includes a handmade custom Wenge wood frame which compliments the fossil color beautifully. The mural has a built-in French cleat, which allows for an easy installation. DETAILS -Mural size: 36" H x 48" W x 1.5" D -Mural weight: 101 lbs -Includes a Green River Fossil Company Certificate of Authenticity -Fossil content: (1) Notogoneus osculus (measuring 23"), (1) Diplomystus dentatus (18.5"), one Cockerellites liops (5.25"), (4) Knightia eocaena (ranging from 4.5" to 7") ABOUT THE WORK Green River Fossil Company is a world leader in fossil preparation and presentation, specializing in the unique fossil treasures available from the Green River Formation of Wyoming, USA. Fifty million years ago, in southwestern Wyoming, a tropical freshwater lake teemed with life. Turtles, fish, crocodiles, and lush vegetation were all once well-established inhabitants of the region. Today, the lake has transformed into an incredibly rich cache of fossils where the past is forever preserved in layers of natural, sculptural limestone. This is famously known as the Green River Formation. Professional fossil hunters scout out and excavate fossils from Green River Fossil Company's private quarry; the fossils are then brought to the GRFC lab in northern Utah. Leading experts in fossil preparation perform the painstaking task of revealing the finely preserved details of every specimen. All work adheres to the strict standards of the American Association of Applied Paleontological Science, as is attested to in each work of art's unique Certificate of Authenticity. Green River Fossil Company has supplied exquisite examples of natural art and outstanding specimens to world-class museums, universities, collectors, interior designers, and art lovers. The collection of natural history presented here highlights important one-of-a-kind specimens as well as attainable works of natural art. In addition to the collection of unique, sculptural art presented on 1stDibs, Green River Fossil Company custom crafts incredible and unique fossil projects. From kitchens, vanities, and baths to feature walls, fireplaces, and furniture, GRFC has the ability to create nearly any custom job you and your design team can imagine.

Creator:

Green River Fossil Company (Workshop/Studio)

Dimensions:

Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Limestone,Organic Material,Wenge

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

2010-

Date of Manufacture:

2023