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A wunderkammer marine natural specimen, the Melo melo shell. Italy 1880.
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The base is made out of rosewood. The shell, Melo Melo, (Family Volutidae) is mounted with reef and small shells. Italy last part of 19th century.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917135026822
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