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Double botanical model of the Rosa Canina flower Robert Brendel late 19th century.
Located in Milan, IT
Double botanical model of the Rosa Canina flower made around the end of the 19th century by Robert Brendel (1821-1898). The flower is made of wood and papier mache and each one break...
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Late 19th Century Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Wood

Harriak – Elegant Sculptural Vase in Estremoz Marble with Organic Form
Located in Porto, PT
The Harriak Sculpture is a poetic celebration of nature’s vitality, rising from the memory of paradise gardens and the graceful motion of birds of paradise reaching toward tropical s...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Marble, Brass

Collected Sculptural Danian-Aged Round Stone Formed 63 Million Years ago
Located in København K, 84
Exceptionally beautiful balanced sculptural stone formed in the Danian age 63 million years ago. Impressive find and a exquisite natural decoration for the sophisticated interior des...
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15th Century and Earlier Danish Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Stone

Natural Fossil Ammonite "Kranaosphinctes" from Madagascar. -70 millions years
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This natural specimen of ammonite from Madagascar (Majunga aera) is from upper cretaceous (-70 to -85 millions years). We made a custom claw stand to highlight the piece and make it ...
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2010s Malagasy Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Stone

Eclipse Set - Polished Brass Pebble Sculptures
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Eclipse, a stunning brass sculpture designed to elevate your home decor with its elegant and refined aesthetic. Shaped like a smooth pebble, Eclipse draws inspiration fro...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Brass

Double botanical model of the flower of the Field Maple Robert Brendel late 19th century
Located in Milan, IT
Double botanical model of the flower of the Field Maple made in Germany around the end of the 19th century by Robert Brendel (1821-1898). The flower is made of wood and papier mache ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Wood

Small Terracotta Indian bust 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Small Old Indian Bust . Terracotta on a Wooden stand . Unknown Maker
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Terracotta

Linguat II Set of 2 Black Sculptures
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning set of two sculptures is carefully handcrafted using two pieces of oak trunks that had been used to dye tapestries in the 1930s. Si...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

20th Century Italian Pure 990 Silver Grape Bunch
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Italy, a country that produces great wines and an ancient agricultural tradition, could not fail to dedicate its art also to create prestigious objects concerning this excellence for...
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Late 20th Century Italian Other Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Sterling Silver

15th Century Monumental Monolithic Stone Slab with Fossiles
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 15th century French recuperated floor slab of huge proportions. Because of its beauty, unusual size and the richness of fossilles we decided to mount this piece as a sculpture. We...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Sandstone

French 1970s Lucite Resin Cube Sculpture with Vanilla Parts Inclusions
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This resin, lucite sculpture, has an regangular form. Inside. It is an inclusion of a Vanilla plant. This has been done in France circa 1970.  
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1970s French Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Lucite

19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling
By Robert Brendel
Located in Berghuelen, DE
19th Century Botanic Model by Robert Brendel - Bean Seedling A rare antique botanical model manufactured by the famous Robert Brendel manufactory for botanicals models around 1900. ...
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

A marine specimen: pair of Marlin rostrum. Italy 1800.
Located in Milan, IT
An important pair from the Wunderkammer: two Marlin fish beaks turned to emulate the spiral shape of the Narwhal tooth. The base is made of turned walnut, in the shape of a vase with...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Balls Natural Stone
Located in Poperinge, BE
Set of 3 large decorative polished balls, balls made of solid marble or natural stone, colorful gemstones with different color shades, second half of the 20th century, banana for sca...
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Late 20th Century European Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble

Fish fossil in golden frame from Disco Island, Godthåb fjord in Greenland 50mill
Located in København K, 84
This remarkable fish fossil, elegantly presented in a gilded frame with a deep blue fabric background, originates from the remote and geologically significant Disco Island, located i...
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Mid-20th Century Greenlandic Scandinavian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Gold Leaf

1950s Dutch Rare Mummified Veterinary Calf Foetus Specimen Curiosity
Located in Haarlem, NL
A little bit creepy but very beautiful this petrified unborn cow baby mummy. Calf mummification occurs when a cow foetus dies inside the womb for to some reason and instead of expelling the foetus like normal, it dehydrates due to the absorption of amniotic fluids and mummifies in the mother’s body over time. Cows carrying a mummified calf...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Leather

Set of 3 Large Polished Spheres Marble Natural Stone Ball
Located in Poperinge, BE
Set of 3 large decorative polished balls, balls made of solid marble or natural stone, colorful gemstones with different color shades, second half of the 20th century, banana for sca...
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Late 20th Century European Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble

Large Anatomical Removable Model Cockchafer Beetle Melolontha 1930 German
Located in Epfach, DE
Large anatomical model of a cockchafer (Melolontha) made out of wood, plastic, paper mache Two-part outer cover with small hooks, insertable and painted wings, movable legs The rem...
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1940s German Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Plastic, Wood

Opinion Ciatti Papavero Delicato Small Table Decoration
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fragility and stability, lightness and solidity: those usually antithetical terms, Papaveri Delicati (Delicate Poppies), seem to be able to co-exist as in all the other creations of Gherardo Frassa. Small metal sculptures...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Pseudostromatolite concretion from Morocco
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This natural red sculpture is called pseudo stromatolite. Pseudo stromatolites are concretions of red sandstone that are made with the same phenomenom as stromatolites. Difference is...
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2010s Moroccan Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Stoneware Egg Sculpture White Turquoise by Hans Hedberg, Biot, France
By Hans Hedberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a ...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Gogotte, Natural sculputure from France, Fontainebleau
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This desk size Gogotte is an authentic proof of nature's artistic skills in sculpture. We still don't understand fully how these natural sculptures, made of more than 99% of pure sil...
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2010s Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Sandstone

A pair of white gorgonian branches with vase-shaped bases, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of sand-white gorgonian branches from the Wunderkammer in the shape of a fan. The bases are in carved and silvered wood in the shape of a vase with volutes. Italy, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

A pair of red gorgonian branches with silver-plated bases, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of red gorgonian branches from the Wunderkammer in the shape of a fan. The bases are in carved and silvered wood with heraldic crests. Italy, circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Armis I Black Sculpture
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
This one-off sculpture invites one to lean on the superb shapes only nature can draw. An ideal accent piece to create a decorative focus in contemporary or rustic-chic decors, it fla...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Foglie by Paolo Mezzadri, Italy 2024
Located in Piacenza, Italy
A delicate and poetic sculpture, Foglie by Paolo Mezzadri, features finely crafted maple leaves in gold and bronze-coated metal. Each set comes in an elegant box containing three un...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Stella IV – Forest Green Marble Vase with Brass Floral Sculptures
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Stella 4, a distinctive decorative vase that masterfully blends natural and sculptural elements to create a captivating piece of art. This exquisite vase is designed not ...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Brass

Stella IV – Decorative Biophilic Sculpture Vase for Elegant Entry Spaces
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Stella, a distinctive decorative vase that masterfully blends natural and sculptural elements to create a captivating piece of art. This exquisite vase is designed not on...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Brass

A crocodile skull wunderkammer specimen, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
A natural specimen from Wunderkammer: a crocodile skull. The wooden column base is decorated on the upper edge. A metal bar supports the crocodile skull. Italy circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Antique Top Quality Bronze Land Worker / Male Sower Sculpture by Max Valentin
By Max Valentin
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique museum quality bronze male sower on a marble base with signature, sculptor Max Valentin (1875-1931). This antique is for the collectors and connoisseurs, because the quality...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Marble, Bronze

Japanese inspired 4 natural Object sculptures nautiucal and forest material.
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Set of 4 Minimalist Nature-Inspired Sculptures on Wood Bases in a Japanese style. This set of four unique sculptures combines natural and crafted elements, each mounted on a tall, ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Shell, Wood, Driftwood, Pine

Murano Art Glass Red and Black Cactus, 2000
Located in Roma, Lazio
An Italian design, this cactus is an icon of Italian style, featuring black and red hues and a beautiful black glass vase underneath. The Murano glassworks create an undeniably timel...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Murano Glass

Set of 3 Large Eggs Solid Marble Natural Stone Decorative
Located in Poperinge, BE
Nice set of 3 large eggs, made of solid marble or natural stone, circa second half of the 20th century, banana for scale. These exceptionally large eggs are smoothly polished and ve...
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Late 20th Century Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble

Pétrea II – Sculptural Floral Centerpiece with Decorative Presence
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Pétrea, an extraordinary large-size sculpture inspired by the diverse beauty of flowers in nature, specifically the exquisite Strelitziaceae family. This magnificent piec...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Brass

Large Prehistoric Natural Piece of Petrified Wood
Located in Meer, VAN
Large Prehistoric Natural Piece of Petrified Wood A large and very decorative piece of prehistoric petrified wood in its natural form. Truly a gem on you console table, cabinet or...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Eclipse I – Small Brass Sculpture with Pebble Shape and Gold Finish
Located in Porto, PT
Eclipse is a sculptural object inspired by the natural, worn beauty of river pebbles, those that roll over time, shaped by water, friction, and the quiet persistence of movement. Wit...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Stuffed bird for natural history cabinet, Hen Harrier, Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
Natural specimen from a cabinet of curiosities. Stuffed bird of pray (Circus Cyaneus Linnaeus, 1766) Hen Harrier, mounted on an oak branch with dry leaves, resting on a rectangular, ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Decoration PUMO16 ceramic. Centerpiece. Sculpture. Handmade in Italy. 5 pieces
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Apulian Pumo is a symbol of prosperity, fertility and luck, represented by an acanthus bud. Traditionally, it was placed in front of houses to protect them from harm and to attra...
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2010s Italian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Decoration PUMO16 ceramic. Centerpiece. Sculpture. Handmade in Italy. 3 pieces
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Apulian Pumo is a symbol of prosperity, fertility and luck, represented by an acanthus bud. Traditionally, it was placed in front of houses to protect them from harm and to attra...
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2010s Italian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Tria – Large Decorative Sculpture in Nero Marquina
Located in Porto, PT
The Tria Sculpture is an extraordinary fusion of botanical poetry and refined craftsmanship, featuring hand-crafted tropical heliconias that rise gracefully from a base of Nero Marqu...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Brass

Decoration PUMO10 ceramic. Centerpiece. Sculpture. Handmade in Italy. 3 pieces
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Apulian Pumo is a symbol of prosperity, fertility and luck, represented by an acanthus bud. Traditionally, it was placed in front of houses to protect them from harm and to attra...
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2010s Italian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Decoration artichoke ceramic. Centerpiece. Nature. Handmade in Italy. 5 pieces
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The Bottega is today undoubtedly the spearhead of Puglia pottery art. The artist was practically born among ceramics and has nourished herself with this art throughout her life until...
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2010s Italian Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic

Natural specimen: a trophy of a bufalo skull, Africa 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
A cabinet of curiosities trophy, a natural specimen of a horned skull of an African buffalo, Cape buffalo, or Cape black buffalo (Sincerus caffer (Sparrman, 1779)). The trophy is mou...
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Late 19th Century Sub-Saharan African Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Walnut

Giganto Pecten Restitutensis, Natural Fossil shell scallop on matrix
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This natural fossil shell (Gigantopecten Restitutensis) is from Lubéron, in the south of France. These kind of shells were alive 20 millions years ago, when actual hills were an ocea...
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2010s Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Sandstone

1950s Midcentury Design English Anatomical Models University
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two amazing anatomical models university, circa 1950s. Measurements from left: height 30 cm, 23 cm.
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Ammonite Fossil plate from Germany
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional Fossil Ammonite plate from Germany,Holzmaden area, Ammonite Harpoceras,Jura Jurassic Period, around 180 million Years old, good patina and shine of the stone, very dec...
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15th Century and Earlier German Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

White Aragonite, Mineral from Mexico, on wooden base
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This mineral named white aragonite is from Santa Eulalia (north of Mexico). It is basically a calcium carbonate (CaCO3) with traces of lead (Pb), strontium (Sr), and zinc (Zn), which...
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2010s Mexican Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Vintage Sphere in Green Fuchsite Crystal, Madagascar, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Artisan made sphere with matching stand in green Fuchsite crystal. Mined, crafted and polished in Madagascar ca 1980. Measurements: H: 14 cm, D: 12 cm. Weight: over 2kg. Fuchsite chert also commonly known as "Dragon Stone...
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1980s Malagasy Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Crystal

Laguna Sculpture in Corno Italiano and Briccola Wood, Mod. 1615
By A. Andreucci, Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Recanati, Macerata
A tribute to the stunning beauty of nature, the Laguna sculpture gives a new life to natural materials of different origin. Boasting a polished Corno Italiano of impressive dimension...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hans Hedberg Brown Egg Sculpture, Scandinavian Modern Ceramics
By Hans Hedberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It do have a lovely brown and yellow colo...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Mounted Obelisks – Money Agate
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This pair of Money Agate obelisks, elegantly presented on bases, showcases the natural nobility of a stone shaped over the ages. Formed through successive layers of chalcedony, this ...
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2010s Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Agate

Midcentury Wood Brown Chair Decorative Sculpture Candlestick, France, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Midcentury French modern candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. One damage shown on picture. Made of wood. Beautiful decoration and good gift. Only one unique piece.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Wood

Mounted Malachite Obelisk – Sparkling and Virtuous Natural Stone
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bring brilliance and energy to your interior with this mounted malachite obelisk. Its sparkling surface of green microcrystals and characteristic banding make it a unique decorative ...
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2010s French Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Stone

Pétrea I – Sculptural Floral Centerpiece in Botticino and Nickel Finish
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Pétrea, a breathtaking large-scale sculpture that embodies the harmonious fusion of nature’s elegance and refined craftsmanship. Sculpted from Botticino marble and detail...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Marble, Brass

Per Mulieres III Black Sculpture
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
This sublime sculpture made from a piece of weathered chestnut wood celebrates the authentic, singular beauty of shapes drawn by nature. Its unrepeatable contours, swirls, and fissur...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Pétrea III – Art Object in Botticino Marble with Nickel-Plated Details
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Pétrea III, a breathtaking large-scale sculpture that epitomizes the harmonious blend of nature's elegance and masterful artistry. Crafted from exquisite Botticino marble...
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2010s Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Marble, Brass

Eclipse II – Polished Brass Pebble Sculpture for Elegant Interior Display
Located in Porto, PT
Eclipse is a sculptural object inspired by the natural, worn beauty of river pebbles, those that roll over time, shaped by water, friction, and the quiet persistence of movement. Wit...
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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Brass

Large Paesina Stone Plaque on Slate Grand Tour in Frame 18th Century
Located in Pistoia, IT
Village stone plaque applied on slate in original frame, Louis XVI period, second half of the 18th century. "Pietra paesina" is a special variety of alberese limestone, found around...
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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Stone, Slate

Per Mulieres II Brown Sculpture
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted out of a single piece of weathered chestnut, this intriguing sculpture will be an intriguing focal point in sophisticated rustic-chic decors. The unpredictable yet unique det...
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2010s Italian Continental Europe Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Teaching Aid Showpiece - Structure of the Human Skin, Resin on Wood 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Teaching Aid Showpiece - Structure of the Human Skin, Resin on Wood 1950s A vintage hand-painted anatomical model depicting the structure of human skin with hair roots. The model is...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe Natural Specimens

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Resin, Wood

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