a massive cluster of fossil cephalopods - Fossilised animal - blocco albiano - 27 cm - 22 cm
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Specimen: massive agglomerate of fossil cephalopods; Scientific name: blocco albiano; Origin: Madagascar; Geological period: Late Cretaceous (about 100.5–66 million years ago); Condition: worked; Treatment: polished; Weight: 8 kg; Dimensions: 27 cm high, 22 cm wide, 18 cm deep; Authenticity: Original/official.
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ALBIAN BLOCK
A composition of cephalopod mollusks dating back about 60-70 million years, when the terrible asteroid impact on Earth marked the end of the Cretaceous–Paleogene period.
The natural scenario that followed marked the end of many terrestrial living beings, but it also profoundly affected the entire marine ecosystem.
The asteroid's devastating impact on Earth had among its gravest consequences the formation of numerous anomalous waves that gathered on the beaches and among the rocks shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by its distinctive violet iridescence.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of evoking unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless piece of design that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… an auction item absolutely worth conquering.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is produced with the help of AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic yet illustrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated scenography.
The aim is to demonstrate how valuable the items up for auction are and how well they fit into different, highly 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 TranslateALBIAN BLOCK
A composition of cephalopod mollusks dating back about 60-70 million years, when the terrible asteroid impact on Earth marked the end of the Cretaceous–Paleogene period.
The natural scenario that followed marked the end of many terrestrial living beings, but it also profoundly affected the entire marine ecosystem.
The asteroid's devastating impact on Earth had among its gravest consequences the formation of numerous anomalous waves that gathered on the beaches and among the rocks shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by its distinctive violet iridescence.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of evoking unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless piece of design that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… an auction item absolutely worth conquering.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is produced with the help of AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic yet illustrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated scenography.
The aim is to demonstrate how valuable the items up for auction are and how well they fit into different, highly 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
a massive cluster 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
8 kg
Height
27 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
18 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
