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Butterflies entomological collection

Name: Butterflies entomological collection
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: XUTQ9HB5VR
Price: 950 EUR
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By Gallery Ranafrench Antiquités

950 €

Period 19th century

Style Other style

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From: 44660, Rougé, France

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Galerie Ranafrench Antiquités

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Entomological composition comprising three antique frames in blackened molded wood, with original curved glass. This collection presents a set of exotic and European butterflies, including: Urania leilus (South America). Papilio garamas known as Macaon de Schaus. Morpho menelaus, with wings of an intense metallic blue. Archaeoprepona demophon, with turquoise and black hues. Papilio helenus, nicknamed Helen of Pitman, from Asia. The specimens are arranged on a background of putty-colored moiré fabric. Beautiful work from the end of the 19th century, probably made in the context of a naturalist study or for a cabinet of curiosities presentation. Origin: castle of Maine-et-Loire. Dimensions: Large model: height 41 cm, width 33.5 cm. Two small models: height 33 cm, width 27.5 cm. Good general condition. International delivery adapted.

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Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Other style (Objects of curiosity of Other style Style)
Period	19th century (Objects of curiosity 19th century)
Country of origin	France
Width (cm)	31.5
Height (cm)	41