Impressive block of fossil cephalopods. - Fossilised animal - blocco albiano - 26 cm - 25 cm
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Imposing block of fossil cephalopods with the scientific name blocco albiano, from Madagascar, dating to the Late Cretaceous (100.5–66 million years ago), in worked and polished condition, weight 11.5 kg, dimensions 26 × 25 × 18.5 cm, authentic/original.
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A composition of cephalopod mollusks dating back to 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 living beings but also involved, in full, the entire marine ecosystem.
The asteroid's devastating impact on Earth had among its most terrible consequences also the formation of numerous anomalous waves that washed onto the beaches and among the rocks with shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by the peculiar iridescence of violet color.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of conveying unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless design piece that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… a bid absolutely worth pursuing.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is obtained with the help of an AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic but also illustrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated scenography.
The aim is to show how precious the auction objects are and how well they fit in different, all highly refined, environments.
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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
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Precious.
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Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
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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 back to 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 living beings but also involved, in full, the entire marine ecosystem.
The asteroid's devastating impact on Earth had among its most terrible consequences also the formation of numerous anomalous waves that washed onto the beaches and among the rocks with shells of cephalopod mollusks.
Looking at this composition one cannot help but be fascinated by the peculiar iridescence of violet color.
Suggestive.
A true sculpture, to be observed from every angle and capable of conveying unique emotions and impressions.
A timeless design piece that will never go unnoticed, an object that will make any wunderkammer unique… a bid absolutely worth pursuing.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is obtained with the help of an AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic but also illustrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated scenography.
The aim is to show how precious the auction objects are and how well they fit in different, all highly refined, environments.
Thank you for your attention.
Happy bidding."} }]}** I must ensure single object with exactly one key. My previous included extra bracket. Fix: Provide only JSON object. Let's present clean. Ensure no extra braces. Let's output. }? I'll produce final. Wait: Our previous included extra stray characters at end. I'll craft clean. Also ensure the dash is en-dash. ok. Let's finalize. }Oops ensure properly closed. We'll deliver.``? no. I'll output.```json ...```. But required format is {
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
