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Bronze Sea Spider Shell – Object Of Curiosity – 19th Century
A striking and rare object of curiosity: a finely reproduced bronze replica of a sea spider's carapace.
Dating from the 19th century, this piece reflects the tradition of cabinets of curiosities and the naturalist taste that captivated discerning amateurs and collectors.
The reproduction is remarkably realistic: rugged reliefs, asperities, spines, and granulations are rendered with great finesse, capturing all the organic power of the marine model. The surface displays a beautiful dark patina nuanced with brown highlights, emphasizing the volumes and accentuating the almost sculptural character of the object.
The precision of the workmanship suggests a casting made from a direct mold, a practice favored in the 19th century for both scientific and decorative purposes. Halfway between a naturalist specimen and an animal sculpture, this bronze carapace is a truly captivating object.
It will naturally find its place in a collector's cabinet, a library, an eclectic interior, or alongside a collection dedicated to marine curiosities and natural history art.
Date : 19th century.
Condition: Very good overall condition, even antique patina.
Dimensions: 10 cm x 9 cm x 3 cm.
A unique and decorative piece, imbued with the mysterious charm of 19th-century curiosities.
Dating from the 19th century, this piece reflects the tradition of cabinets of curiosities and the naturalist taste that captivated discerning amateurs and collectors.
The reproduction is remarkably realistic: rugged reliefs, asperities, spines, and granulations are rendered with great finesse, capturing all the organic power of the marine model. The surface displays a beautiful dark patina nuanced with brown highlights, emphasizing the volumes and accentuating the almost sculptural character of the object.
The precision of the workmanship suggests a casting made from a direct mold, a practice favored in the 19th century for both scientific and decorative purposes. Halfway between a naturalist specimen and an animal sculpture, this bronze carapace is a truly captivating object.
It will naturally find its place in a collector's cabinet, a library, an eclectic interior, or alongside a collection dedicated to marine curiosities and natural history art.
Date : 19th century.
Condition: Very good overall condition, even antique patina.
Dimensions: 10 cm x 9 cm x 3 cm.
A unique and decorative piece, imbued with the mysterious charm of 19th-century curiosities.
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