Impressive block of fossil cephalopods. - Fossilised animal - blocco albiano - 26 cm - 25 cm
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Original cephalopod fossil block from Madagascar, dating to the Late Cretaceous (about 100.5–66 million years ago), with the specimen name blocco albiano, weighing 11.5 kg and measuring 26 × 25 × 18.5 cm, worked and polished.
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A composition of cephalopod mollusks dating from about 60-70 million years ago, when the terrible impact of an asteroid on Earth decreed the end of the Cretaceous–Paleogene period.
The natural scenario that followed marked the end of many terrestrial beings but also fully involved the entire marine ecosystem.
The devastating impact of the asteroid on Earth had among its most terrible consequences also the formation of numerous unusual waves that gathered on beaches and among the rocks shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by the distinctive iridescent purple color.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of eliciting unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless design piece that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… an auction absolutely worth winning.
A necessary clarifying note. The final image in our photographic gallery is produced with the help of AI software.
The aim is purely aesthetic yet at the same time exemplary: it shows the real object within an artificially generated setting.
The goal is to show how precious the items in the auction are and how well they look in different, all exceedingly refined environments.
Thank you for your attention.
Happy bidding.
Seller's Story
We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
decorative objects
A continuous journey through time and...
Space for the search for testimonies.
Precious.
Passion is the fire that fuels.
Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
objects
Ongoing research of new developments and
Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
main objectives
Just observe like a collector.
He manages the objects in his display case.
As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
Walter Benjamin
Translated by Google TranslateA composition of cephalopod mollusks dating from about 60-70 million years ago, when the terrible impact of an asteroid on Earth decreed the end of the Cretaceous–Paleogene period.
The natural scenario that followed marked the end of many terrestrial beings but also fully involved the entire marine ecosystem.
The devastating impact of the asteroid on Earth had among its most terrible consequences also the formation of numerous unusual waves that gathered on beaches and among the rocks shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by the distinctive iridescent purple color.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of eliciting unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless design piece that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… an auction absolutely worth winning.
A necessary clarifying note. The final image in our photographic gallery is produced with the help of AI software.
The aim is purely aesthetic yet at the same time exemplary: it shows the real object within an artificially generated setting.
The goal is to show how precious the items in the auction are and how well they look in different, all exceedingly refined environments.
Thank you for your attention.
Happy bidding.
Seller's Story
We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
decorative objects
A continuous journey through time and...
Space for the search for testimonies.
Precious.
Passion is the fire that fuels.
Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
objects
Ongoing research of new developments and
Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
main objectives
Just observe like a collector.
He manages the objects in his display case.
As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
Walter Benjamin
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Number of objects
1
Specimen
Impressive block of fossil cephalopods.
Scientific name
blocco albiano
Country of origin
Madagascar
Geological period
Cretaceous, Upper (100.5 - 66 million years)
Condition
Manipulated
Treatment
Polished
Weight
11.5 kg
Height
26 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
18.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
