编号 102810524

已不存在
博物馆级多鱼 - 动物化石片 - Knightia Eoceana - 615 mm - 410 mm
竞投已结束
1周前

博物馆级多鱼 - 动物化石片 - Knightia Eoceana - 615 mm - 410 mm

An exceedingly rare large-scale fossil slab from the Green River Formation, presenting a shoal of four beautifully preserved Knightia Eoceana. Measuring 615mm long by 410mm wide (24" x 16") and an impressive 25mm thick, this is a substantial museum-grade specimen with real presence, far exceeding the size of typical Green River fish specimens. The composition is especially appealing, with four fish naturally arranged in a ‘shoal’ formation that captures a moment in time. Each specimen is well-defined and intact, with clear anatomical detail throughout including fins, scales, and fine skeletal detail. The fish stand out clearly against the natural limestone’s attractive tone that contrasts beautifully with the fossils. The overall presentation leans as much toward wall-mounted art as it does a traditional fossil specimen, giving it broad appeal across both collectors and interior display settings. Green River Formation fossils date to the Eocene epoch, approximately 50 million years ago, and are renowned for their exceptional preservation. Large, multi-fish slabs of this scale and condition are becoming increasingly difficult to source particularly examples that remain structurally intact and visually balanced. The matrix itself is notably solid and stable, with no visible cracks, repairs, or compositing. Slabs of this size are commonly fractured and later restored due to stresses during excavation, making this an increasingly uncommon and desirable characteristic. The proportions and thickness give this slab a strong, stable feel, making it particularly well-suited for long-term display. A true statement piece suited to a serious collection or as a centrepiece display in a home or gallery. Securely packaged and shipped with care from the United Kingdom. Specimen Details Species: Knightia eocaena Formation: Green River Formation Location: Wyoming, USA Geological Age: Eocene Epoch, ~50 million years Composition: Natural limestone matrix containing four fossil fish in shoaling formation Dimensions (Matrix): 615 mm (L) x 410 mm (W) x 25 mm (D) Fish Sizes (approx): 130 mm, 125 mm, 110 mm, 112 mm Condition: Well-preserved and structurally solid slab. No visible cracks, repairs, or compositing within the natural matrix. All four specimens display complete anatomy, including fins, scales, and fine skeletal detail. Preparation: Carefully prepared to expose fossil detail while retaining the natural character of the surrounding matrix. Display: Suitable for wall mounting or cabinet display. Substantial thickness provides excellent stability. Authenticity/Provenance: Guaranteed genuine fossil specimen from the Green River Formation, one of the world’s most renowned fossil sites for exceptional preservation. Exported legally from the United States to the UK by ourselves. Notes: Large multi-fish slabs of this scale and condition are increasingly scarce, particularly examples that remain intact without restoration. Shipped carefully and insured from the United Kingdom worldwide.

编号 102810524

已不存在
博物馆级多鱼 - 动物化石片 - Knightia Eoceana - 615 mm - 410 mm

博物馆级多鱼 - 动物化石片 - Knightia Eoceana - 615 mm - 410 mm

An exceedingly rare large-scale fossil slab from the Green River Formation, presenting a shoal of four beautifully preserved Knightia Eoceana.

Measuring 615mm long by 410mm wide (24" x 16") and an impressive 25mm thick, this is a substantial museum-grade specimen with real presence, far exceeding the size of typical Green River fish specimens.

The composition is especially appealing, with four fish naturally arranged in a ‘shoal’ formation that captures a moment in time. Each specimen is well-defined and intact, with clear anatomical detail throughout including fins, scales, and fine skeletal detail.

The fish stand out clearly against the natural limestone’s attractive tone that contrasts beautifully with the fossils. The overall presentation leans as much toward wall-mounted art as it does a traditional fossil specimen, giving it broad appeal across both collectors and interior display settings.

Green River Formation fossils date to the Eocene epoch, approximately 50 million years ago, and are renowned for their exceptional preservation. Large, multi-fish slabs of this scale and condition are becoming increasingly difficult to source particularly examples that remain structurally intact and visually balanced.

The matrix itself is notably solid and stable, with no visible cracks, repairs, or compositing. Slabs of this size are commonly fractured and later restored due to stresses during excavation, making this an increasingly uncommon and desirable characteristic. The proportions and thickness give this slab a strong, stable feel, making it particularly well-suited for long-term display.

A true statement piece suited to a serious collection or as a centrepiece display in a home or gallery.

Securely packaged and shipped with care from the United Kingdom.

Specimen Details

Species: Knightia eocaena

Formation: Green River Formation

Location: Wyoming, USA

Geological Age: Eocene Epoch, ~50 million years

Composition: Natural limestone matrix containing four fossil fish in shoaling formation

Dimensions (Matrix):
615 mm (L) x 410 mm (W) x 25 mm (D)

Fish Sizes (approx):
130 mm, 125 mm, 110 mm, 112 mm

Condition:
Well-preserved and structurally solid slab.
No visible cracks, repairs, or compositing within the natural matrix.
All four specimens display complete anatomy, including fins, scales, and fine skeletal detail.

Preparation:
Carefully prepared to expose fossil detail while retaining the natural character of the surrounding matrix.

Display:
Suitable for wall mounting or cabinet display. Substantial thickness provides excellent stability.

Authenticity/Provenance:
Guaranteed genuine fossil specimen from the Green River Formation, one of the world’s most renowned fossil sites for exceptional preservation. Exported legally from the United States to the UK by ourselves.

Notes:
Large multi-fish slabs of this scale and condition are increasingly scarce, particularly examples that remain intact without restoration.

Shipped carefully and insured from the United Kingdom worldwide.

竞投已结束
Manuel Quiring
专家
估价  € 1,200 - € 1,400

类似物品

类别为您准备的

化石

设置搜索提醒
设置搜索提醒,以便在有新匹配项目时随时收到通知。

该物品出现在

                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    
                                        
                                                                                                    
                    

如何在Catawiki上购买

详细了解我们的买家保障

      1. 发现奇珍异品

      饱览数以千计的专家精选的稀奇物品。查看每件稀奇物品的照片、详情和估价。 

      2. 设置最高出价

      找到您喜欢的物品并设置最高出价。您可以关注拍卖直到最后,也可以让系统为您出价。您只需设置可接受的最高出价。 

      3. 安全支付

      当您付款拍下心仪的稀奇物品后,我们会确保货款的安全,直至物品安然交付与您。我们使用受信赖的支付系统来处理所有交易。 

有类似的东西要出售吗?

无论您是在线拍卖的新手还是专业销售,我们都可以帮助您为您的独特物品赚取更多收入。

出售您的物品