Catspaw Coral Skeleton (Pocillopora sp.) – White Marine Specimen on Custom Metal Base A beautiful specimen of Catspaw Coral (Pocillopora sp.), admired for its distinctive branching growth and naturally sculptural appearance. The coral displays a dense arrangement of thick, rounded lobes and finger-like branches, creating the characteristic clustered structure for which Catspaw corals are known. Its surface is covered with an exceptionally fine and uniform corallite texture, giving the specimen a delicate porous appearance across the entire structure. The natural coloration ranges from soft ivory white to faint warm cream tones, enhancing its refined aesthetic and highlighting the intricate skeletal details under changing light conditions. Mounted on a custom black metal base, the piece is presented as both a marine natural history specimen and an elegant decorative sculpture. The minimalist base provides stable support while emphasizing the organic silhouette and architectural form of the coral. Compact yet visually substantial, this specimen possesses a harmonious balance between volume and openness, making it particularly suitable for coastal interiors, Wunderkammer displays, marine collections, or contemporary decorative settings. Minor natural irregularities and subtle surface variations are consistent with authentic coral skeletons and contribute to the individuality and authenticity of the piece. Coral dimensions: 22.5 × 15 × 11 cm Total height including metal base: 24 cm A refined natural marine object combining organic geometry, intricate texture, and timeless sculptural appeal. Legally imported with CITES permit: IT/IM/2022/MCE/05019 Attention bidders from outside EU: This lot requires specific cites custom clearance procedures to be shipped outside Italy and then imported in your Country. We strongly discourage bidders from outside the European Union to make offers.