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Antique Marine Diorama with Hermit Crabs, Coral & Shells, Italy, 1870

$5,298.29
£3,921.64
€4,500VAT Included
CA$7,381.24
A$7,507.42
CHF 4,292.87
MX$90,808.43
NOK 50,298.12
SEK 50,286.04
DKK 34,312.86

About the Item

A natural Wunderkammer specimen a pair of marine diorama with Hermit Crab (Pagurus Bernhardus) a brunch, fan shaped of Horny coral, reef, shells. The Specimens are mounted inside a glass dome, over a gray painted wooden base. Italy circa1870. (Also sold separately)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917136294322

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