Sea Urchin Tower - Elegant Assembly of Marine Skeletal - Height: 245 mm - Width: 74 mm- 197 g - (1)





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Specimen: Sea Urchin Tower; Scientific name: Echinoidea (Echinoida) sp.
Description from the seller
Decorative Sculpture Made with a Natural Sea Urchin Shell — This extraordinary artistic composition elevates the natural shell of the sea urchin to a refined sculptural work. Seven specimens of sea urchins, carefully selected for their integrity and the variety of their delicate pastel tones—from pale pink to soft lilac—have been harmoniously stacked to form an elegant tower. Each shell showcases its intricate surface texture, characterized by a myriad of tubercles that once supported the spines, a testament to the geometric perfection of nature. The natural elements are interspersed with elegant brass spacers, which add a touch of metallic sheen and stability to the vertical structure. The brass, with its golden finish, creates a sophisticated contrast with the matte tones and organic textures of the shells, imparting an aura of preciousness to the whole. The sculpture is topped by a small brass tip that accentuates its verticality and completes its harmonious aesthetic. The base, organic in shape and made from a dark, opaque material, provides solid support and an additional textural contrast, recalling the depths of the marine abysses from which these fascinating organisms originate. This combination of natural elements and artisanal craftsmanship transforms a simple biological relic into a design object capable of catching the eye and inviting contemplation. An artwork that celebrates the intrinsic beauty of natural forms, reinterpreting them through a modern and refined aesthetic. It is an ideal piece to enrich a Wunderkammer contemporary, a study, a living room, or any environment that desires a unique decorative accent that speaks of sea, art, and design.
Seller's Story
Decorative Sculpture Made with a Natural Sea Urchin Shell — This extraordinary artistic composition elevates the natural shell of the sea urchin to a refined sculptural work. Seven specimens of sea urchins, carefully selected for their integrity and the variety of their delicate pastel tones—from pale pink to soft lilac—have been harmoniously stacked to form an elegant tower. Each shell showcases its intricate surface texture, characterized by a myriad of tubercles that once supported the spines, a testament to the geometric perfection of nature. The natural elements are interspersed with elegant brass spacers, which add a touch of metallic sheen and stability to the vertical structure. The brass, with its golden finish, creates a sophisticated contrast with the matte tones and organic textures of the shells, imparting an aura of preciousness to the whole. The sculpture is topped by a small brass tip that accentuates its verticality and completes its harmonious aesthetic. The base, organic in shape and made from a dark, opaque material, provides solid support and an additional textural contrast, recalling the depths of the marine abysses from which these fascinating organisms originate. This combination of natural elements and artisanal craftsmanship transforms a simple biological relic into a design object capable of catching the eye and inviting contemplation. An artwork that celebrates the intrinsic beauty of natural forms, reinterpreting them through a modern and refined aesthetic. It is an ideal piece to enrich a Wunderkammer contemporary, a study, a living room, or any environment that desires a unique decorative accent that speaks of sea, art, and design.

