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A wunderkammer marine natural specimen, the Melo melo shell. Italy 1880.
$1,479.29
£1,105.43
€1,250
CA$2,059.84
A$2,213.51
CHF 1,187.68
MX$26,073.82
NOK 14,933.73
SEK 13,641.86
DKK 9,528.85
About the Item
The base is made out of rosewood. The shell, Melo Melo, (Family Volutidae) is mounted with reef and small shells. Italy last part of 19th century.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917135026822
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