A LARGE AMMONITE
A LARGE AMMONITE
ZAKARA, MADAGASCAR
Ammonite Cranosphinctes, (Approx. diameter: 48 cm), Oxfordian, late Jurassic (approx. 161-145 million years ago). A superb specimen witt red and green iridescence, presented on a custom stand.
This purely natural form is reminiscent of a spiral staircase, and is a recurring figure in the history of art.
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A LARGE AMMONITE
ZAKARA, MADAGASCAR
Ammonite Cranosphinctes, (Approx. diameter: 48 cm), Oxfordian, late Jurassic (approx. 161-145 million years ago). A superb specimen witt red and green iridescence, presented on a custom stand.
This purely natural form is reminiscent of a spiral staircase, and is a recurring figure in the history of art.
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To request a condition report for this lot, please email science@sothebys.com.
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