Ostrich Egg - struthio camelus - 69 cm - 27 cm - 22 cm

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Description from the seller

Venus with a Cornucopia and Ostrich Egg

Stunning composition formed by an ancient sculpture, highlighting the beauty of an ostrich egg. The sculpture depicts a beautiful Venus with a cornucopia and probably dates from the 1940s, since it was in those years that the use of antimony was in vogue. The marble base has been replaced in recent times.
A splendid composition, in which each piece enhances the beauty of the other, forming a unique arrangement.
In a luxury or cultured setting, it can lend splendor and decor, becoming a topic of conversation and highlighting the richness of your rooms.

Total dimensions: 69x27x22 cm
Egg dimensions: 15x12.5 cm
Sculpture era: presumably the 1940s
Condition: good overall condition with small signs of age visible in the photos.

The photos are part of the description; please view carefully.
Shipping with trackable packaging.
Being unique collectible items, the packaging is prepared with utmost care and tailored for each piece to ensure its integrity during transport until delivery.

Venus with a Cornucopia and Ostrich Egg

Stunning composition formed by an ancient sculpture, highlighting the beauty of an ostrich egg. The sculpture depicts a beautiful Venus with a cornucopia and probably dates from the 1940s, since it was in those years that the use of antimony was in vogue. The marble base has been replaced in recent times.
A splendid composition, in which each piece enhances the beauty of the other, forming a unique arrangement.
In a luxury or cultured setting, it can lend splendor and decor, becoming a topic of conversation and highlighting the richness of your rooms.

Total dimensions: 69x27x22 cm
Egg dimensions: 15x12.5 cm
Sculpture era: presumably the 1940s
Condition: good overall condition with small signs of age visible in the photos.

The photos are part of the description; please view carefully.
Shipping with trackable packaging.
Being unique collectible items, the packaging is prepared with utmost care and tailored for each piece to ensure its integrity during transport until delivery.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specimen
Ostrich
Scientific Name
struthio camelus
Country of Origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Year
1940
Weight
6 kg
Depth
22 cm
Height
69 cm
Width
27 cm
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Objects sold
Private

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