A splendid pair of syrinxes for collection. Taxidermy full body mount - Syrinx aruanus - 15.5 cm - 34.5 cm - 17.5 cm - 2
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Specimen: two Syrinx aruanus shells from Madagascar, in good condition, dating to 2024, weighing 5 kg with dimensions 34.5 cm wide by 17.5 cm deep by 15.5 cm high.
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The Syrinx aruanus is commonly known as the "Australian Trumpet" because in the past it was emptied and used by Indigenous populations as a wind instrument (trumpet).
It is the largest living gastropod (sea snail) in the world.
The largest specimens can reach up to 90 cm in length and a weight of about 20 kg.
The inside of the "mouth" is described as shiny and smooth, with hues ranging from apricot to cream-pink. It lives on sandy bottoms of subtidal zones (between 5 and 30 meters depth) in the western Indo-Pacific, particularly around northern Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia. Despite its impressive size, it is a skilled predator. It feeds mainly on large polychaete worms.
The lot presents two syrinxes: one has undergone a periostracum cleaning process, the "tuft" or fibrous brownish-black or grayish membrane that protects the calcium carbonate shell from erosion and parasitic organisms. It is usually removed to expose the underlying shell, which ranges in color from cream-white to pale orange.
The second syrinx is instead equipped with periosteum and operculum.
Truly substantial dimensions.
Two collectible pieces.
Base not included, made from reclaimed material and used solely for photographic purposes.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is obtained with the help of AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic but also demonstrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated setting.
The aim is to show how precious the items up for auction are and how well they fit in different, all 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 TranslateThe Syrinx aruanus is commonly known as the "Australian Trumpet" because in the past it was emptied and used by Indigenous populations as a wind instrument (trumpet).
It is the largest living gastropod (sea snail) in the world.
The largest specimens can reach up to 90 cm in length and a weight of about 20 kg.
The inside of the "mouth" is described as shiny and smooth, with hues ranging from apricot to cream-pink. It lives on sandy bottoms of subtidal zones (between 5 and 30 meters depth) in the western Indo-Pacific, particularly around northern Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia. Despite its impressive size, it is a skilled predator. It feeds mainly on large polychaete worms.
The lot presents two syrinxes: one has undergone a periostracum cleaning process, the "tuft" or fibrous brownish-black or grayish membrane that protects the calcium carbonate shell from erosion and parasitic organisms. It is usually removed to expose the underlying shell, which ranges in color from cream-white to pale orange.
The second syrinx is instead equipped with periosteum and operculum.
Truly substantial dimensions.
Two collectible pieces.
Base not included, made from reclaimed material and used solely for photographic purposes.
A necessary clarification. The final image of our photographic gallery is obtained with the help of AI software.
The purpose is purely aesthetic but also demonstrative: it shows the real object inside an artificially generated setting.
The aim is to show how precious the items up for auction are and how well they fit in different, all 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 TranslateDetails
Era
After 2000
Specimen
A splendid pair of syrinxes for collection.
Scientific name
Syrinx aruanus
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2024
Weight
5 kg
Height
15.5 cm
Width
34.5 cm
Depth
17.5 cm
