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Natural specimen from a Wunderkammer: desert rose and red crystals, Italy 1880.

$2,027.19
£1,516.32
€1,700
CA$2,800.72
A$3,053.89
CHF 1,620.67
MX$36,920.52
NOK 20,510.73
SEK 18,800.94
DKK 12,951.19

About the Item

A Naturalia mineral specimen from a Wunderkammer. Desert rose and red crystals composition, mounted on a gilded fruitwood base in the shape of a vase. Italy, circa 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 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: LU917147443902

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