A pretty and unique antique style mounted coral on marble style plinth. A nod to both the curiosity collections of the past and a current trend piece. Victorians had a fascination with the natural world. It was the age of adventure of botany and discovery. In the 19th century the Victorians were still learning about the natural world. New species were being discovered all the time and it became a pastime of certain sectors of society to record and collect what they discovered. Many of these evolved into elaborate curiosity collections that displayed artifacts and objects and items of intrigue. Often to be a talking point to. Seashells and coral were of particular interest. Victorians were fascinated by the exotic objects of the watery underworlds and non was more prizes than the rare beauty of coral. Pieces of coral were mounted on plinths or displayed in glass domes. These items were not only prized for their aesthetic beauty but for the educational value and wonderment of the natural world. This antique style decorative coral allows you to create your own version of a curiosity collection. Mounted on a black plinth for an authentic look. Dimensions: H19/L16.5/W15.5 cm Material: Polyresin This decorative item was chosen for it's high quality and authenticity, which will blend seamlessly with the antique pieces in your home.
