Specimen - Decomposition of Rocks, Ca. 1930

Description

Showcase with Stone Specimen - Decomposition of Rocks, ca. 1930

A vintage natural scientific specimen diorama shows the decomposition of rocks behind glass in a wooden case. It was used for class ca. 1930.

Measures:
Width: 14.37" (36.5 cm)
Height: 10.63" (27 cm)

artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are on display in a century-old barn in southern Germany, which we renovated ourselves. Antiques have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packaged and with a money back guarantee. This allows us to be your preferred partner for the Black Forest and antique art.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: very good original condition with traces of use according to the age"š please contact us for a detailled condition report.

Origin:
Germany

Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Stone, Wood

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; very good original condition with traces of use according to the age‚ please contact us for a detailled condition report.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

10.6 x 14.4 x 1.9 in

Specimen - Decomposition of Rocks, Ca. 1930

Lot 1446

Estimate $250-$760

Jun 28, 2026, 8:16 PM EDT

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