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Copper Specimen

Collection of Mounted Native Copper Specimens
Collection of Mounted Native Copper Specimens

Collection of Mounted Native Copper Specimens

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A collection of 6 natural, native copper specimens, each presented on an exclusive small wooden display base.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Collection of Large Mounted Native Copper & Silver Specimens
Collection of Large Mounted Native Copper & Silver Specimens

Collection of Large Mounted Native Copper & Silver Specimens

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A decorative group of 6 large mounted natural native, copper and silver specimens displayed on our small painted plaster bases.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Australian Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver, Copper

Natural Native Copper Ore Specimen
Natural Native Copper Ore Specimen

Natural Native Copper Ore Specimen

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

This is a natural sculptural form of a copper ore specimen originating from Chile. Naturally formed over millions of years, this copper ore cluster showcases a deep orange, bronze-li...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chilean Natural Specimens

Materials

Natural Fiber

Natural Specimen: a Native Copper and Vanadinite Crystals, Italy, 1880
Natural Specimen: a Native Copper and Vanadinite Crystals, Italy, 1880

Natural Specimen: a Native Copper and Vanadinite Crystals, Italy, 1880

Located in Milan, IT

A Naturalia mineral specimen. A druze of Vanadinite and native copper crystals, mounted over carved lacquered wooden base, brown color.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Copper

Native Copper Slice
Native Copper Slice

Native Copper Slice

Located in London, GB

This remarkable sheet of native copper from Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula displays beautiful natural metallic patterns and a rich bronze lustre. Its sculptural form captures both str...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Copper

Copper included Calcite From Quincy Mine, Hancock, Keweenaw Peninsula Copper Dis
Copper included Calcite From Quincy Mine, Hancock, Keweenaw Peninsula Copper Dis

Copper included Calcite From Quincy Mine, Hancock, Keweenaw Peninsula Copper Dis

Located in New York, NY

From Quincy Mine, Hancock, Keweenaw Peninsula Copper District, Houghton County, Michigan Lustrous translucent parallel scalenohedral calcite crystals with metallic copper inclusions...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Copper

A pair of natural specimens of oval agates with candle holders. Italy, 1830.
A pair of natural specimens of oval agates with candle holders. Italy, 1830.

A pair of natural specimens of oval agates with candle holders. Italy, 1830.

Located in Milan, IT

A pair of oval-shaped natural agates from a Wunderkammer in a fruitwood frame decorated with a patinated copper leaf sunburst, mounted on a carved and gilded fruitwood base. On the b...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Agate, Copper

Copper and Stone Tree Sculpture
Copper and Stone Tree Sculpture

Copper and Stone Tree Sculpture

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty mid century tree sculpture crafted in copper twisted into form and mounted on an organic stone base.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

European Tole And Copper Palm Tree
European Tole And Copper Palm Tree

European Tole And Copper Palm Tree

Located in Essex, MA

With a painted tole planter painted to imitate a wood stave pot. The palm with copper stem and green palm fronds. Lacking the top clustered frond. Nine branches.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Tin

Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures
Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures

Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures

By Maria Jarreau Heller

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Created by multi disciplinary artist Yvette Jarreau. Artist made molten copper cold dropped sculptures in Abstract Organic form. Various shapes, sizes and textures. Some pieces show ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Wire

Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures
Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures

Unique Artist Made Abstract Copper Sculptures

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Created by multi disciplinary artist Yvette Jarreau. Artist made molten copper cold dropped sculptures in Abstract Organic form. Various shapes, sizes and textures. Some pieces show ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Wire

Vintage Boho Monumental Hand Hammered Copper Pear
Vintage Boho Monumental Hand Hammered Copper Pear

Vintage Boho Monumental Hand Hammered Copper Pear

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add a touch of artisanal warmth and sculptural beauty to your space with this impressive vintage hand-hammered copper pear. Its substantial size and beautifully rendered form, comple...

Category

Late 20th Century American Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Natural Copper Crystal Cluster from Hubei, China
Natural Copper Crystal Cluster from Hubei, China

Natural Copper Crystal Cluster from Hubei, China

Located in New York, NY

The copper looks beautiful under magnification. A lovely display piece for natural element specimen collectors.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other, Copper

"Sunrise" Sculptural Copper Nugget on Custom Acrylic Base, Stefano Piccini
"Sunrise" Sculptural Copper Nugget on Custom Acrylic Base, Stefano Piccini

"Sunrise" Sculptural Copper Nugget on Custom Acrylic Base, Stefano Piccini

Located in Tucson, AZ

The specimen reveals a dynamic composition of natural copper, its glowing, reflective surfaces juxtaposed with deep green mineralization—an expression of the geological processes tha...

Category

2010s Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Stainless Steel

A pair of Mediterranean red coral branches, copper bases, Italy 1870s.
A pair of Mediterranean red coral branches, copper bases, Italy 1870s.

A pair of Mediterranean red coral branches, copper bases, Italy 1870s.

Located in Milan, IT

A specimen of Naturalia: a pair of Mediterranean red coral branches (Coralium Rubrum), mounted on vase-shaped embossed copper bases.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Copper

Crystallized Native Copper from Chimney Rock Quarry, Bound Brook, Somerset Count
Crystallized Native Copper from Chimney Rock Quarry, Bound Brook, Somerset Count

Crystallized Native Copper from Chimney Rock Quarry, Bound Brook, Somerset Count

Located in New York, NY

The Chimney Rock Quarry in Bound Brook, NJ has produced world-class specimens of native copper. Unusually large specimen of crudely crystallized native copper crystal cluster.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Copper

Pair of Smoky Quartz, Vanadinite, Malachite, Copper Crystals, Italy, circa 1880
Pair of Smoky Quartz, Vanadinite, Malachite, Copper Crystals, Italy, circa 1880

Pair of Smoky Quartz, Vanadinite, Malachite, Copper Crystals, Italy, circa 1880

Located in Milan, IT

A pair of a naturalia mineral specimen. A composition with smoky quartz, vanadinite, malachite and native copper crystals, mounted over a gold plated wooden base with leaves.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite, Quartz, Copper

Polished copper quartz with green accents
Polished copper quartz with green accents

Polished copper quartz with green accents

Located in London, GB

This striking polished quartz slice from the USA features rich native copper inclusions that streak through the stone like molten metal, framed by natural green tones that evoke a pa...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Ben Seibel "Clam" Bookends in a Copper Finish
Ben Seibel "Clam" Bookends in a Copper Finish

Ben Seibel "Clam" Bookends in a Copper Finish

By Ben Seibel

Located in Dallas, TX

Heavy bookends by Ben Seibel in a copper finish.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal

Copper Crystal Cluster from Chengmenshan Mine, Jiangxi Province, China
Copper Crystal Cluster from Chengmenshan Mine, Jiangxi Province, China

Copper Crystal Cluster from Chengmenshan Mine, Jiangxi Province, China

Located in New York, NY

The copper looks beautiful under magnification. A lovely display piece for natural element specimen collectors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Other

Green Fluorite Decorative object Organic Sculpture Crystal Rock Table top
Green Fluorite Decorative object Organic Sculpture Crystal Rock Table top

Green Fluorite Decorative object Organic Sculpture Crystal Rock Table top

Located in London, GB

A stunning specimen of green fluorite from China, formed by large intergrown cubes of different sizes, creating a beautiful and sculptural shape. The central crystal is especially st...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Copper

Brutalist “Desert Flowers” Sculpture by John Steck
Brutalist “Desert Flowers” Sculpture by John Steck

Brutalist “Desert Flowers” Sculpture by John Steck

By John Steck

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Brutalist copper dandelion sculpture from the 1960’s by John Steck. Part of “Desert Flowers” series, constructed of torch cut copper with a beautiful patina on a natural stone base...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Copper

18th Century Italian Bases with Polished Fossil Ammonites
18th Century Italian Bases with Polished Fossil Ammonites

18th Century Italian Bases with Polished Fossil Ammonites

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

18th century Italian (Region of Puglia) painted and bronzed bases decorated with a matching pair of polished fossil coordinating ammonites with ruffled copper on a copper in a matrix...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Vintage Coastal Patinated Bronze Cattail Sculpture
Vintage Coastal Patinated Bronze Cattail Sculpture

Vintage Coastal Patinated Bronze Cattail Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture the raw, organic beauty of nature with this striking vintage cattail sculpture. Expertly crafted from mixed metals, this artisan piece showcases a dynamic composition of slen...

Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass, Copper

Whimsical MCM Butterfly and Flower Mixed Metals and Slate Sculpture
Whimsical MCM Butterfly and Flower Mixed Metals and Slate Sculpture

Whimsical MCM Butterfly and Flower Mixed Metals and Slate Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical MCM butterfly and flower mixed metals and slate sculpture, circa 1970s. Great brutalist look on this unsigned piece that measures 13"W x 10"D x 5"H. Vey good overall condi...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Slate, Copper, Metal

Rites of Return - Passengers
Rites of Return - Passengers

Rites of Return - Passengers

By Thomas Cooper Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A study on the voyage of change and the power of returning. Hand cast and patinaed bronze driftwood gathered at specific sites around the globe – embellished with hand woven copper b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Natural Specimens

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Hand-Carved Malachite Elephant Sculpture from Congo, Polished Finish
Hand-Carved Malachite Elephant Sculpture from Congo, Polished Finish

Hand-Carved Malachite Elephant Sculpture from Congo, Polished Finish

Located in New York, NY

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into a large elephant with upward-facing trunk and hand-polished to a brilliant luste...

Category

2010s Congolese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

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Copper Cattail Sculpture
Copper Cattail Sculpture

Copper Cattail Sculpture

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H 17 in Dm 13 in

Copper Cattail Sculpture

Located in Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Copper cattail sculpture with natural patina.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Palmwood Book Box of 35 Mineral Specimens from Democratic Republic of Congo
Palmwood Book Box of 35 Mineral Specimens from Democratic Republic of Congo

Palmwood Book Box of 35 Mineral Specimens from Democratic Republic of Congo

Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire

The mine sites that these were collected from are Kipushi Mine which is an underground mine mainly for copper and zinc, M'sesa Mine which was a copper mine and then abandoned in the ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Studio Greytak Quartz Talisman on Native Copper
Studio Greytak Quartz Talisman on Native Copper

Studio Greytak Quartz Talisman on Native Copper

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H 6.25 in W 8 in D 4 in

Studio Greytak Quartz Talisman on Native Copper

By Studio Greytak

Located in Missoula, MT

Quartz Talisman on Native Copper Summoning the good vibes of mother nature, Studio Greytak’s Talisman Collection harnesses the power of crystals and minerals, creating sublime objet...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone, Quartz, Copper

Decorated Driftwood with Natural Forming Copper and Ammonites on Agate Base
Decorated Driftwood with Natural Forming Copper and Ammonites on Agate Base

Decorated Driftwood with Natural Forming Copper and Ammonites on Agate Base

By Interi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Driftwood with natural forming copper and ammonites on a polished agate base. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine mollusc animals that were predatory, squidlike creatures who li...

Category

20th Century Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Feather Sculpture 'Can Be Displayed Draped over Mantlepiece, Shelf or Table'
Feather Sculpture 'Can Be Displayed Draped over Mantlepiece, Shelf or Table'

Feather Sculpture 'Can Be Displayed Draped over Mantlepiece, Shelf or Table'

By Yasemen Hussein

Located in Blandford Forum, Dorset

Hussein has recently exhibited at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, creating to commission the theatrical headdresses for mannequins displaying opera costumes over the centurie...

Category

2010s British Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Midcentury Single Two Fish Bronze Front Door Handle
Midcentury Single Two Fish Bronze Front Door Handle

Midcentury Single Two Fish Bronze Front Door Handle

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H 8.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.75 in

Midcentury Single Two Fish Bronze Front Door Handle

Located in Frisco, TX

A single two fish bronze front door handle. In very good condition and an impressive entry piece.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Natural Specimens

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Exquisite Polished Copper Specimen
Exquisite Polished Copper Specimen

Exquisite Polished Copper Specimen

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H 11.62 in W 9.06 in D 2.96 in

Exquisite Polished Copper Specimen

Located in London, GB

Discover the natural beauty and elegance of this polished copper specimen, sourced directly from the rich mines of the United States.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Bronze, Copper

Native Copper from China – Natural History Specimen
Native Copper from China – Natural History Specimen

Native Copper from China – Natural History Specimen

Located in New York, NY

Add a striking natural‑history specimen to your collection with this genuine Native Copper from China.

Category

2010s Chinese Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Native copper ore slice
Native copper ore slice

Native copper ore slice

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H 3.94 in W 4.73 in D 1.97 in

Native copper ore slice

Located in London, GB

Mining began in 1845 and continued until 1982. This aesthetic specimen has been polished to reveal a copper rich vein in its natural state.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Copper

Copper Palm Tree Sculpture
Copper Palm Tree Sculpture

Copper Palm Tree Sculpture

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H 16 in W 16 in D 11 in

Copper Palm Tree Sculpture

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid century sculpture or object of art composed with four copper palm trees having a verdigris patina on a stone base.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Natural Copper Freeform from USA
Natural Copper Freeform from USA

Natural Copper Freeform from USA

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H 7.09 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in

Natural Copper Freeform from USA

Located in London, GB

Since 1986 Dale Rogers has been sourcing the grandest fossils, crystals and minerals from around the world. Through his company he has been supplying leading interior designers and s...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Sculptural Crystal Quartz Point Cluster with Copper Formations
Sculptural Crystal Quartz Point Cluster with Copper Formations

Sculptural Crystal Quartz Point Cluster with Copper Formations

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Sculptural crystal quartz point cluster with copper formations. This is an unusual formation of crystal points. It forms a rare sculptural piece with mineral deposits of copper. I...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Copper

Vintage Rock Crystal & Patinated Copper Lily Pad Tabletop Sculpture
Vintage Rock Crystal & Patinated Copper Lily Pad Tabletop Sculpture

Vintage Rock Crystal & Patinated Copper Lily Pad Tabletop Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Exceptional tabletop sculpture with rock crystal in the center surrounded by a large copper lily and leaves, the copper showing years of deep patina. Unsigned.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Copper

Curtis Jere Style Mid-Century Brutalist Copper & Brass Tree Sculpture
Curtis Jere Style Mid-Century Brutalist Copper & Brass Tree Sculpture

Curtis Jere Style Mid-Century Brutalist Copper & Brass Tree Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Plainview, NY

An exquisite Mid-century Brutalist Copper and Brass Tree Sculpture—a captivating masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and nature-inspired elegance. This remarkable piece is a ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brutalist Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass, Copper

Wunderkammer Diorama: a Parrot and Other 13 Birds, London, 1880
Wunderkammer Diorama: a Parrot and Other 13 Birds, London, 1880

Wunderkammer Diorama: a Parrot and Other 13 Birds, London, 1880

By Copper Shop & Van Erp Studio

Located in Milan, IT

A Wunderkammer diorama with a central stuffed parrot, leaning against a branch, and 13 other different stuffed birds, also leaning against branches. The specimens, taxidermic birds, ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Natural Specimens

Materials

Animal Skin, Glass, Wood

Pair of French 1900s Iron and Copper Floral Sculptures on Medicis Vase Bases
Pair of French 1900s Iron and Copper Floral Sculptures on Medicis Vase Bases

Pair of French 1900s Iron and Copper Floral Sculptures on Medicis Vase Bases

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French Turn of the Century iron and copper flowers in vase Médicis sculptures from the early 20th century, with verdigris patina and marbleized effects. Created in France a...

Category

Early 20th Century French Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Iron

Malachite from Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo 'Zaire'
Malachite from Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo 'Zaire'

Malachite from Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo 'Zaire'

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous coppe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box
Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Native copper nugget from Michigan mounted in a custom made acrylic case.     

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Acrylic

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box
Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Box

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Native copper nugget from Michigan mounted in a custom made acrylic case.  

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Acrylic

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Stand
Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Stand

Michigan Natural Native Copper Nugget Mounted in Custom Acrylic Stand

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Large native copper nugget from Michigan mounted in a custom made acrylic stand.    

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Acrylic

Midcentury Tree Sculpture by C. Jere
Midcentury Tree Sculpture by C. Jere

Midcentury Tree Sculpture by C. Jere

By C. Jeré Artisan House

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Midcentury life size schefflera or umbrella tree sculpture crafted in copper and brass, in the Brutalist manner, with distinctive form and acid washed finish set in a vertigri copper...

Category

20th Century American Brutalist Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of Obelisks Encrusted with Atlantic Bay Scallops from Long Island Beaches
Pair of Obelisks Encrusted with Atlantic Bay Scallops from Long Island Beaches

Pair of Obelisks Encrusted with Atlantic Bay Scallops from Long Island Beaches

Located in New York, NY

Shell encrusted obelisks made for Creel and Gow. The small shells were collected from various South East Asian Islands and encrusted onto the copper obelisk in order to create a ligh...

Category

2010s American Rustic Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Mixed Metal Monterey Cypress Tree Sculpture
Mixed Metal Monterey Cypress Tree Sculpture

Mixed Metal Monterey Cypress Tree Sculpture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful mixed metal Monterey cypress tree sculpture from the 1970s. The sculpture is constructed of steel, Copper and brass. Measurements: 17” high, 19” wide and 19” deep.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Azurite Stone
Azurite Stone

Azurite Stone

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H 3.5 in W 14 in D 10 in

Azurite Stone

Located in Winnetka, IL

An Azurite stone on custom Lucite base.

Category

Early 20th Century American Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Earthly Treasures No 25, an Acacia & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas
Earthly Treasures No 25, an Acacia & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

Earthly Treasures No 25, an Acacia & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

By Morrison Thomas

Located in London, GB

It is made from burred Acacia inlaid with Native Copper, Malachite, Gold, Chrysocolla & Turquoise.

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite, Copper, Gold Leaf

Earthly Treasures No 24, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas
Earthly Treasures No 24, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

Earthly Treasures No 24, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

By Morrison Thomas

Located in London, GB

Using aged wood such as this, reveals cracks and crevices which the artist has inlaid with native copper, gold, malachite, chrysocolla and turquoise.

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite, Copper, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Sculpture,  Brasseur
Mid-Century Sculpture,  Brasseur

Mid-Century Sculpture, Brasseur

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H 18.12 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in

Mid-Century Sculpture, Brasseur

Located in London, GB

Superbly realized fantasy sculpture of a tree and treehouse. Jacques Duval Brasseur. Circa 1960/70. Incredible cast brazing method set upon a marble base. Wonderful piece of workmans...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Marble, Brass, Copper

Earthly Treasures No 30, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas
Earthly Treasures No 30, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

Earthly Treasures No 30, an Ash & Mixed Mineral Sculpture by Morrison Thomas

By Morrison Thomas

Located in London, GB

It is made from cankered Ash inlaid with Malachite, Chrysocolla, Lapis Lazuli, Native Copper and Gold. Morrison turns beautiful wooden spheres from damaged or diseased trees that ...

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Copper, Gold Leaf

Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.69 Lb.
Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.69 Lb.

Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.69 Lb.

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H 3.75 in W 4.75 in D 2.25 in

Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.69 Lb.

Located in New York, NY

These cobalt "impurities" create the vivid pink or pinkish-purple hue of a species of mineral which can be found growing with splotches of velvety green malachite for unique visual c...

Category

2010s Congolese Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal

Organic Sliced Geode Mineral Specimen in Copper, Umber and Browns
Organic Sliced Geode Mineral Specimen in Copper, Umber and Browns

Organic Sliced Geode Mineral Specimen in Copper, Umber and Browns

Located in New York, NY

This sliced mineral specimen exemplifies mother nature at her best.

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20th Century Brazilian Modern Decorative Objects

Resplendent Geode Crystal Specimen in Hues of Copper and Oyster Shell
Resplendent Geode Crystal Specimen in Hues of Copper and Oyster Shell

Resplendent Geode Crystal Specimen in Hues of Copper and Oyster Shell

Located in New York, NY

This stunning geode crystal specimen features hues of copper and oyster on an ebonized walnut base.

Category

20th Century Brazilian Organic Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Precious Stone

Circa 1915 Antique Dried Botanical Specimen Studies, Framed, Set of 6
Circa 1915 Antique Dried Botanical Specimen Studies, Framed, Set of 6

Circa 1915 Antique Dried Botanical Specimen Studies, Framed, Set of 6

Located in Atlanta, GA

Finely framed set of 6 Botanical Specimen studies circa 1915 with excellent dried flowers mounted to acid free paper. Perfect frames for a rustic cabin or contemporary living space.

Category

Early 20th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 7.5 Lb.
Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 7.5 Lb.

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 7.5 Lb.

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H 5.13 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 7.5 Lb.

Located in New York, NY

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen has been expertly hand-carved into a substantially sized 7.5 pound rhinoceros and hand-polished to a brilliant luster to enhance...

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2010s Congolese Animal Sculptures

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Malachite

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 10 Lb.
Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 10 Lb.

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 10 Lb.

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H 5.13 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in

Hand-Carved Malachite Rhinoceros // 10 Lb.

Located in New York, NY

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into a substantially sized 10 pound rhinoceros and hand-polished to a brilliant luste...

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2010s Congolese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

Hand-Carved Malachite Dolphin
Hand-Carved Malachite Dolphin

Hand-Carved Malachite Dolphin

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H 1.88 in W 4.25 in D 0.75 in

Hand-Carved Malachite Dolphin

Located in New York, NY

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into an elegant dolphin and hand-polished to a brilliant luster to enhance its gorgeo...

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2010s Congolese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

Hand-Carved Malachite Duck
Hand-Carved Malachite Duck

Hand-Carved Malachite Duck

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H 1.88 in W 3 in D 1.25 in

Hand-Carved Malachite Duck

Located in New York, NY

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into an intricately detailed duck and hand-polished to a brilliant luster to enhance ...

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2010s Congolese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

Native copper sculpture
Native copper sculpture

Native copper sculpture

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H 8.47 in W 2.56 in D 2.17 in

Native copper sculpture

Located in London, GB

This remarkable specimen is a pure mass of native copper from the USA, showcasing the metal’s natural crystalline form with exceptional texture and visual depth.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal, Copper

Fluorite on Copper Base
Fluorite on Copper Base

Fluorite on Copper Base

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H 2.5 in W 5.63 in D 2.75 in

Fluorite on Copper Base

By Studio Greytak

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Fluorite on mirror polish copper base.

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2010s American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures
Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

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H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Unusual, interesting and quite unusual original artist made copper and wire construction made by immersing liquid copper in a liquid medium. Various shapes, sizes and textures. Some ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Wire

Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures
Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Unique Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Copper and wire constructions artist made by immersing liquid copper in a liquid solution. Various shapes, sizes, textures and patina colorations. Some pieces show breakage.       

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Unique Vintage Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures
Unique Vintage Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Unique Vintage Handmade Copper Faux Coral Sculptures

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Unique artist made molten copper cold dropped to create intriguing Faux coral sculptures. Various shapes, sizes and textures. Most pieces show some breakage.

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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper, Wire

Green Malachite Egg on Copper Base Decorative Object
Green Malachite Egg on Copper Base Decorative Object

Green Malachite Egg on Copper Base Decorative Object

Located in New York, NY

A small and beautiful green Malachite egg on copper base decorative object, circa 20th century. A green Malachite piece in egg shape form, polished smooth, adhered to a solid copper ...

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20th Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Malachite, Copper

1970s Brass And  Copper Floral Sculpture With Stone Base
1970s Brass And  Copper Floral Sculpture With Stone Base

1970s Brass And Copper Floral Sculpture With Stone Base

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1970s brass and copper floral sculpture with stone base.

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Vintage 1970s Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large 19th Century Buffalo Horn of Plenty, Cornucopia Mounted in Metal & Copper
Large 19th Century Buffalo Horn of Plenty, Cornucopia Mounted in Metal & Copper

Large 19th Century Buffalo Horn of Plenty, Cornucopia Mounted in Metal & Copper

Located in Haarlem, NL

A very large drinking horn or 'Horn of plenty' made of Indian Water buffalo Horn, mounted in silver plated copper and metal, plated copper cover with on top a lion holding a coat of ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal, Copper

Funkey One of a Kind Tree
Funkey One of a Kind Tree

Funkey One of a Kind Tree

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H 16 in W 24 in D 9 in

Funkey One of a Kind Tree

By Joseph Malekan

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Artistic tree made of oxidized copper top with long horizontical leaves, the trunk is base on beautiful cluster of million years old geodes specimen, display on hand made satting of ...

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20th Century American Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Rock Crystal, Copper

Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Tree Wall Art Sculpture
Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Tree Wall Art Sculpture

Mid Century Modern Curtis Jere Tree Wall Art Sculpture

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Mid century wall art sculpture by Curtis Jere. Dated 1977. Copper stems, berries and leafs with enamel. Measures just over 4 feet wide and 30" tall. Excellent condition with no missi...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Oval Wall Mirror of Practical Size 1910
Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Oval Wall Mirror of Practical Size 1910

Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Oval Wall Mirror of Practical Size 1910

By Conrad Fehn

Located in Lisse, NL

The unusual and attractive asymmetrical design of the embossed decoration at the bottom makes this hand hammered copper specimen stand out from anything we ever saw.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Copper, Zinc

Rare Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Hallway Pendant Light Lantern
Rare Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Hallway Pendant Light Lantern

Rare Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Hammered Copper Hallway Pendant Light Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

So if you live or work in an Arts & Crafts (inspired) building and you are looking for the perfect fixture to grace your living or work space then this very rare and all handcrafted,...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

17th Century, Insect Specimen Painting
17th Century, Insect Specimen Painting

17th Century, Insect Specimen Painting

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H 12.75 in W 15.5 in D 3 in

17th Century, Insect Specimen Painting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunningly rendered, 17th century, richly colored, oil-on-copper painting of insect specimens from the circle of important Flemish artist, Jan vans Kessel (1626-1679).

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Antique 1670s Dutch Paintings

Materials

Copper

Copper Specimen on Base
Copper Specimen on Base

Copper Specimen on Base

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H 16 in W 8.5 in D 6 in

Copper Specimen on Base

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Copper specimen on brushed steel base. The specimen is attractive from all angles sculpted by "Mother Nature".

Category

20th Century Minimalist Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

Copper-Plated Dog Skeleton
Copper-Plated Dog Skeleton

Copper-Plated Dog Skeleton

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H 12.5 in W 25 in D 8 in

Copper-Plated Dog Skeleton

Located in Hudson, NY

Interesting small dog skeleton wire mounted and copper-plated. Base measures 16.75" x 8".

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20th Century Modern Natural Specimens

Brutalist Lamp with Specimen Flowers
Brutalist Lamp with Specimen Flowers

Brutalist Lamp with Specimen Flowers

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H 29 in W 12 in D 8 in

Brutalist Lamp with Specimen Flowers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Organic and Brutalist lamp with copper leaves and natural specimen flower buds.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Table Lamps

Arthur Court Copper Crystals
Arthur Court Copper Crystals

Arthur Court Copper Crystals

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H 12.5 in Dm 3.75 in

Arthur Court Copper Crystals

Located in San Francisco, CA

This specimen is a copper crystal with great color and texture.

Category

20th Century American Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Table or Desk Lamp Z Model by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1950's
Table or Desk Lamp Z Model by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1950's

Table or Desk Lamp Z Model by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1950's

By Louis Kalff

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The lamp is signed on top with the Philips trade mark in copper. This specimen still has the perfectly functioning original bakelite switch.

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Studio Greytak 'Blue Barite On Copper' Natural Specimen Pedestal Desk Art
Studio Greytak 'Blue Barite On Copper' Natural Specimen Pedestal Desk Art

Studio Greytak 'Blue Barite On Copper' Natural Specimen Pedestal Desk Art

By Studio Greytak

Located in Missoula, MT

BLUE BARITE ON COPPER WITH PATINA FINISH In this stunning piece of pedestal art, Studio Greytak elevates a specimen of blue barite pristinely preserved in its natur...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Copper

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Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Located in Bradenton, FL

A hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base with sea shell trim.

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20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Coral

Lapis Lazuli Specimen
Lapis Lazuli Specimen

Lapis Lazuli Specimen

$850

H 2 in W 4.75 in D 6 in

Lapis Lazuli Specimen

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully polished lapis lazuli mineral specimen from Afghanistan. This semi-precious stone has been prized since antiquity due to its intense, beautiful blue coloring and golden s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Natural Specimens

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.
A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.

A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.

Located in Milan, IT

This large branch of Mediterranean coral, 'Corallium Rubrum' is mounted on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involves various techniques: lost wax casting, mol...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Bronze

Red Extra-Size Starfish, Océano Pacific, Ophidiaster Ophidianus
Red Extra-Size Starfish, Océano Pacific, Ophidiaster Ophidianus

Red Extra-Size Starfish, Océano Pacific, Ophidiaster Ophidianus

$830Sale Price|20% Off

H 19.3 in W 16.15 in D 5.52 in

Red Extra-Size Starfish, Océano Pacific, Ophidiaster Ophidianus

By Oceanic Arts

Located in Valladolid, ES

Ophidiaster ophidianus, measures: 495 × 418 × 140 mm, 576 g weight 2018, Océano Pacífico Red extra-size starfish! A fantastic specimen of Ophidiaster ophidianus caught in the Solo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pacific Islands Modern Taxidermy

Materials

Other

Red Coral Sculpture
Red Coral Sculpture

Red Coral Sculpture

$7,346 / item

H 12.6 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in

Red Coral Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Sculpture red coral handcrafted sculpture with more than 800 red cabochons hand-placed. With structure and base in solid brass gold-plated 24-karat. Exceptional piece in limited ed...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate, Brass

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.
A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

$3,499

H 22.75 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

A diorama with fishes, Italy 1870.

Located in Milan, IT

A natural Wunderkammer specimen: a marine diorama with two decoy fishes (Pterois volitans), a brunch, fan shaped, of Horny coral, starfish, and reef. The Specimens are mounted inside...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment
Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment

Natural Coral Mounted On 18th Century Fragment

Located in Bradenton, FL

A rather large hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural coral branches mounted on a 18th century wooden fragment base.

Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Coral

Purple Sea Fan Coral Mounted on an Ebonised Base
Purple Sea Fan Coral Mounted on an Ebonised Base

Purple Sea Fan Coral Mounted on an Ebonised Base

$1,393

H 29.93 in W 22.45 in D 6.7 in

Purple Sea Fan Coral Mounted on an Ebonised Base

Located in Hastings, GB

THIS CORAL CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED INSIDE THE UK, NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING DUE TO RESTRICTIONS Beautiful large natural vintage sea fan coral Soft pinky / purple color The coral is mou...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment
Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Natural Red Coral Mounted on 18th Century Giltwood Fragment

Located in Bradenton, FL

A rather large hand-crafted sculpture specimen of natural red coral branches mounted on a 18th century giltwood urn fragment base.

Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Coral

RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS
RARE SUITE OF ORIGINAL NATURAL HiSTORY MUSEUM CASED IN PERSPEX SPECIMENS

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 a...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Plastic

A large branch of Rubrum coral and Sciacca coral from Wunderkammer, Italy 1820.
A large branch of Rubrum coral and Sciacca coral from Wunderkammer, Italy 1820.

A large branch of Rubrum coral and Sciacca coral from Wunderkammer, Italy 1820.

Located in Milan, IT

A large branch of Mediterranean red coral (Corallium Rubrum) and a large branch of Sciacca coral, mounted together on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involve...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Silver

Natural Specimen: Cubic Pyrite and Fluorite Crystals, Italy, 1880
Natural Specimen: Cubic Pyrite and Fluorite Crystals, Italy, 1880

Natural Specimen: Cubic Pyrite and Fluorite Crystals, Italy, 1880

Located in Milan, IT

A Naturalia mineral specimen. A fluorite crystals and cubic pyrite cristals mounted over a guild-plated and lacquered wooden base with leaves decoration. Italy, around 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

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Copper Specimen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of copper specimen available for sale. The range of distinct copper specimen — often made from metal, copper and brass — can elevate any home. Find 24 antique and vintage copper specimen at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of copper specimen available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Copper specimen bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Studio Greytak, Pietra Gallery and C. Jere Artisan House each produced beautiful copper specimen that are worth considering.

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Copper specimen can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,425, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $26,250.

Finding the Right Natural-specimens for You

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