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Diorama with Hermit Crab, Italy, 1870
$2,097.04

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A natural Wunderkammer specimen a marine diorama with Hermit Crab (Pagurus Bernhardus) a brunch, fan-shaped of Horny coral, starfish, reef, shells, and little crab. The specimens are mounted inside a glass dome, over a gray painted wooden base. Italy, circa 1870.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 18 in. (45.72 cm)Width: 6.75 in. (17.15 cm)Depth: 6.75 in. (17.15 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture1870
- Condition
- Seller LocationMilan, IT
- Reference Number1stDibs: LU917122043612
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- ShippingRates vary by destination and complexity.Estimated Customs Duties & Taxes to the Continental US: $0.Ships From: Milan, Italy
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