Sculpture, (Physeter macrocephalus) - 310 mm - Bronze Sperm Whale with Rider and Quartz Point on Antique White Marble Base - Late 19th Century
A precious Wunderkammer object that seems to come from an underwater environment that has risen to the surface in a surreal way.
A bronze sculpture depicting a fantasy man riding a sperm whale while holding a tip of extra clear Quartz in his hands.
A rather bizarre scene that makes this object an unmissable piece for the eclectic collector.
The white marble base dates back to around the 15th century.
Dimensions: 310×230×130 mm
Weight: 5. 1kg
Year: late 19th century
Origin: Germany
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A precious Wunderkammer object that seems to come from an underwater environment that has risen to the surface in a surreal way.
A bronze sculpture depicting a fantasy man riding a sperm whale while holding a tip of extra clear Quartz in his hands.
A rather bizarre scene that makes this object an unmissable piece for the eclectic collector.
The white marble base dates back to around the 15th century.
Dimensions: 310×230×130 mm
Weight: 5. 1kg
Year: late 19th century
Origin: Germany
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