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Style: Victorian
En Marche — Mounted Global Beetle
Insect Collection by Hasharat
Located in New York, NY
En Marche” by Hasharat is a meticulously arranged contemporary entomological artwork featuring an exceptional selection of mounted beetles, weevils, and orthopterans displayed in a m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Linen
1930s Cased Taxidermy Buzzard Bird of Prey Raptor Museum Cabinet Natural History
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A magnificent 1930s taxidermy specimen of a Common buzzard with outstretched wings in a large ebonized museum cabinet. This bird has been cleve...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Slate
Antique Monumental Clam Shell Resting On Antique Wrought Iron Plant Stand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This a monumental clam shell displayed on a Victorian black wrought iron plant stand. Both are very heavy and in very good condition. Plant stand: 12” triangle x 39.75”H.
Category
Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Iron
Pair of Grand Tour Obelisks
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A pair of late 19th century Grand Tour Obelisks. The mouldings in Carara, the plint in Sienna, the plaque in Lapis Lazuli and the obelisks themselves in onyx.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Onyx, Marble
$3,560 / set
Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent taxidermy specimen showcases an albino (leucistic) peacock, skillfully mounted on an oval wooden base. The intricate details of the peacock's unique coloring are cap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Feathers
Antique 19th Century Italian Carved Cameo Conch Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite and unique, this Italian intricately hand-carved conch shell depicting the Roman goddess of Day and Night dates back to the 19th century and showcases the exceptional craft...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Wood
Seashell Tissue Box
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful vintage seashell [sea shell] tissue box holder cover, Victorian design, circa early to mid-20th century. Box is wood and covered wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Wood
RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this amazing suite of original natural history museum cased specimens
A very rare find, these are old examples and some very interesting pieces, the list is as follows
1:- POM 17615 PINGUICULA
2:- POM 17600 VENUS FLYTRAP...
Category
20th Century English Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Plastic
Exquisite Albino Peacock Taxidermy: A Majestic Display of Rarity and Elegance
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent taxidermy specimen showcases an albino (leucistic) peacock, skillfully mounted on an oval wooden base. The intricate details of the peacock's unique coloring are cap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Feathers
Victorian Taxidermy Swan Head Mounted on a Carved Shield Wooden Plague
Located in London, GB
A wonderful Victorian taxidermy swan head with glass eyes and bright orange and black bill, mounted on a carved wooden shield and oak leaf plague.
Category
1890s English Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Yellow Golden Pheasant Wall Mounted Taxidermy Specimen
Located in New York, NY
This Yellow Golden pheasant's in-flight pose is the perfect way to showcase all of those amazing feathers, it's a wonderful addition to any collection, perfect for town or country.
Category
2010s American Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood, Feathers
Silver Chamberstick / Candleholder Hippocampus / Seahorse, 1837 Munich, Germany
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Silver Chamberstick / candleholder hippocampus / seahorse, circa 1837 Munich, Germany.
This silver Chamberstick retain the original detachable snuffer.
We have specialized in the sa...
Category
1830s German Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this antique Irish Knobkerrie stick
A lovely primitive piece, used by shepherds in the late Victorian era right the way up until today
I have...
Category
19th Century Irish Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Fine Antique Irish Knobkerrie Stick Very Collectable and Primative One of Two
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this fine antique Irish Knobkerrie stick
A lovely primitive piece, used by shepherds in the late Victorian era right the way up until today
D...
Category
19th Century Irish Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head
Located in Berghuelen, DE
1900s Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting the Human Head
A rare brochure illustrating the anatomy of the human head. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of several layers of th...
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Paper
Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew circa 1880.
Superb decorative piece of treen hand carved using a hardwood. Due to the oversized nature of this piece it would ma...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Fruitwood
Lucite Encased Insect Bug Decorative Object or Paperweight
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Lucite encased insect bug decorative object or paperweight, circa mid-20th century. A great piece for a desk, library, shelf, etc. Dimensions: 2...
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Resin, Lucite
Antique Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy
A rare 19ct anatomical brochure illustrating the female human anatomy. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of human o...
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Paper
Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Foldable Anatomical Brochure Depicting Female Anatomy ca.1900s
A rare 19ct anatomical brochure illustrating the female human anatomy. Very detailed multicoloured depiction of human ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Paper
Clam Shell on a Footed Base
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty organic tridacna gigas clam shell with its ocean inspired color, texture and iconic sculptural form. Presented on a custom footed base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Organic Material
Rare 19th Century Spanish Solid Marble Wash Board for Washing Clothes Old Way
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely 19th century Spanish marble wash stand
A very good looking piece, made for washing clothes, now its...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Marble
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A pair of mounted vintage swordfish bills on black museum stands
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Death Mask
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Victorian natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Victorian natural specimens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage natural specimens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, feathers and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Victorian natural specimens made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original natural specimens, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, and Royal Worcester. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for natural specimens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $30,000 while the average work can sell for $1,900.
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