Polished Natural Horn with Warm Amber, Honey and Creamy Tones Exquisitely Crafted Storage Box - Height: 60 mm - Width: 150 mm- 520 g - (1)

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Specimen: decorative wooden storage box with a horn veneer lid in amber, honey and creamy tones, 60 × 150 × 150 mm, 520 g, origin United States.

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Handcrafted Natural Elegance — Presented as a superb example of contemporary craftsmanship, this lot consists of an elegant square-shaped jewelry box. The piece stands out for its minimalist design and the sophisticated combination of materials: a solid wood base with a dark lacquer finish and a lid fully lined with natural horn. The beauty of the specimen lies in the vibrant contrast between the deep, glossy hue of the box body and the warm tones of the lid. Direct observation reveals a clean, rigorous geometry. The base, with its mirror-like surface in an almost black color, serves as an elegant frame for the lid, the true protagonist of the composition. The latter is made with carefully selected horn panels, assembled and hand-polished to achieve a glassy luster. The surface of the horn displays a palette ranging from amber-yellow to intense honey, crisscrossed with cream-colored veins and darker inclusions that create an organic and dynamic pattern. Light interacts with the material, revealing partial translucency and notable material depth. Horn is a natural material of organic origin, composed mainly of keratin. Its uniqueness derives from the infinite chromatic and structural variations that depend on the density and orientation of its fibers. The shading, spots, and striations visible on this lid are not defects, but authentic testimonies of its natural history. Each horn section possesses an irreproducible pattern, making this box a one-of-a-kind piece by its very nature. The choice to use this ancient material in a modern design creates a fascinating dialogue between nature and artistry. By lifting the lid, a simple and functional interior is revealed, also finished with a glossy black lacquer that echoes the exterior aesthetic. The storage space, clean and without dividers, is perfect for safely holding jewelry, watches, small collectibles, or precious personal memories. The precision of the assembly ensures a precise and stable closure, protecting the contents with discretion and elegance. Beyond its practical function, this box is a high-value decorative object. Its refined aesthetics make it an ideal furniture accessory for contemporary interiors, professional studios, bookshelves, or consoles. It also qualifies as a collectible for design enthusiasts and lovers of objects made with precious natural materials, a modern contribution to a Wunderkammer or a “cabinet of curiosities,” where the beauty of nature blends with human ingenuity. Technical details Name: Decorative wooden and horn box Material: Lacquered wood, natural horn Origin: United States (manufacture) Dimensions: 60 x 150 x 150 mm Weight: 520 g Conditions: Natural, contemporary manufacture (year 2025)

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Handcrafted Natural Elegance — Presented as a superb example of contemporary craftsmanship, this lot consists of an elegant square-shaped jewelry box. The piece stands out for its minimalist design and the sophisticated combination of materials: a solid wood base with a dark lacquer finish and a lid fully lined with natural horn. The beauty of the specimen lies in the vibrant contrast between the deep, glossy hue of the box body and the warm tones of the lid. Direct observation reveals a clean, rigorous geometry. The base, with its mirror-like surface in an almost black color, serves as an elegant frame for the lid, the true protagonist of the composition. The latter is made with carefully selected horn panels, assembled and hand-polished to achieve a glassy luster. The surface of the horn displays a palette ranging from amber-yellow to intense honey, crisscrossed with cream-colored veins and darker inclusions that create an organic and dynamic pattern. Light interacts with the material, revealing partial translucency and notable material depth. Horn is a natural material of organic origin, composed mainly of keratin. Its uniqueness derives from the infinite chromatic and structural variations that depend on the density and orientation of its fibers. The shading, spots, and striations visible on this lid are not defects, but authentic testimonies of its natural history. Each horn section possesses an irreproducible pattern, making this box a one-of-a-kind piece by its very nature. The choice to use this ancient material in a modern design creates a fascinating dialogue between nature and artistry. By lifting the lid, a simple and functional interior is revealed, also finished with a glossy black lacquer that echoes the exterior aesthetic. The storage space, clean and without dividers, is perfect for safely holding jewelry, watches, small collectibles, or precious personal memories. The precision of the assembly ensures a precise and stable closure, protecting the contents with discretion and elegance. Beyond its practical function, this box is a high-value decorative object. Its refined aesthetics make it an ideal furniture accessory for contemporary interiors, professional studios, bookshelves, or consoles. It also qualifies as a collectible for design enthusiasts and lovers of objects made with precious natural materials, a modern contribution to a Wunderkammer or a “cabinet of curiosities,” where the beauty of nature blends with human ingenuity. Technical details Name: Decorative wooden and horn box Material: Lacquered wood, natural horn Origin: United States (manufacture) Dimensions: 60 x 150 x 150 mm Weight: 520 g Conditions: Natural, contemporary manufacture (year 2025)

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Polished Natural Horn with Warm Amber, Honey and Creamy Tones
Mineral form
Exquisitely Crafted Storage Box
Supplement
Unique Horn Veneer
Weight
520 g
Origin (region/city)
Texas
Country of origin
United States
Height
60 mm
Width
150 mm
Depth
150 mm
ItalyVerified
14174
Objects sold
98.44%
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