Cabinet of Curiosities

A globe on high heels.

These 7 Idea Blanchardii gain lightness!

This large white and black butterfly is found in Indonesia, and in particular on several islands of Sulawesi, often with small specificities that have developed within these island populations.

Its nickname Tree Nymph comes from the contrast of its white wings against the green of the jungle.

This globe is therefore raised on its black metal feet with brass tips.

Stunning naturalistic globe featuring bird-winged butterflies - Ornithoptera Priamus - encapsulated in a capsule-shaped globe.

The base is in aged brass.

Packaging specifically reinforced and suitable for shipment.

The most common of the bird-winged butterflies -Ornithoptera Priamus- is actually not that common as it is only found in a few small islands in the Pacific: Papua New Guinea, South Moluccas Islands, Solomon Islands.. .

Islands where the forests are decreasing year after year under the influence of men.

This is why this protected species will be delivered with a CITES.

Only the males have these bright colors, the females are even larger, but brown in color.

They are so remarkable that our specimens now come from a farm in Indonesia.

A globe lamp. Here, 6 MORPHO MENELAUS butterflies from a farm in South America.

This butterfly, inhabitant of the forests of Central America, amazes with the metallic colors of its wings.

It naturally reflects light and with the lighting just above, these butterflies will be vibrant even at night.

All the magic of the composition is revealed once the lamp is lit, and the seabed seems to come to life.

This lamp is sold without lampshade.

High quality French craftsmanship.

Width (cm): 36.00

Height (cm): 60.00

Depth (cm): 36.00

Specificity Fixing: Switch on the socket

Socket Type: E27

Qty Base: 1.00

Power: 40W

Voltage: 220V

Delivery specifics: Natural product that may be subject to specific legislation (WILDLIFE)

Mini brass globe protecting a marvelous bright yellow shell. It holds such a beautiful yellow underwater in the Philippines, it has exactly that same color!

But on the other hand, we have only selected these Pecten when barnacles (purple shells) have taken up residence on their beautiful shell.

This same shell also exists in orange and purple in our curiosities.

7 tests of COELOPLEURUS MAILLARDI sea urchins in a beautiful high rectangular wooden box with black black finish on a turned foot.

A dazzling and unique decorative object.

In zoology, the test is an often rounded mineral envelope, based on limestone or silica, chitinous or composite, which has the function of serving as protection for certain animals, such as sea urchins, or microorganisms such as foraminifera.

Beautiful reproduction of a white coral in resin on a base.

H 15 x 18 x 20 cm

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Beautiful reproduction of a white coral in resin on a base.

H 15 x 18 x 20 cm

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Beautiful XL reproduction of a white coral in resin on a base

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Reproduction of a giant branch coral from the lagoons of Oceania.

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum.

Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”.

Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

A flight of red butterflies delicately presented on Salix branches and protected by an elegant bridal globe.

This reminds us of the naturalist showcases that adorned the galleries of Natural History museums in the 19th century.

Each globe is a unique and original creation, made by hand in the workshop.

Packaging specifically reinforced and suitable for shipment.

A red and yellow gorgon on a brass base.

This gorgonian is the dazzling mixture of red and yellow. This Leptogorgia hebes comes from the Gulf of Mexico.

It grows sheltered from the sun's rays in areas between 10 and 300 meters deep. Where no one sees its vibrant colors. Their color is of course natural.

Attached perpendicular to their support, the colonized polyp branches filter the water with the current to capture the micro-organisms in suspension.

Gorgonians, like corals, are animals living in the form of sessile colonial polyps, organized in a tree structure. Each polyp has 8 tentacles which filter the plankton and consume it. The general structure, a skeleton both flexible and hard, called gorgonine do not grow towards the sun (it does not require light to develop) but perpendicular to the current, so as to filter a maximum of water flow.

A very beautiful decorative object.

Decorative object.

Beautiful reproduction of a pink Montipora coral made of resin on a transparent acrylic base.

Width: 33cm, depth: 15cm, height: 22cm

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Here is the largest moth in the world, the Attacus Atlas of Thailand.

It is presented in a double-sided reliquary on a stand. Both sides of the butterfly are visible. And in particular the tip of the wings which imitates the head of a cobra, to frighten a predator on the lookout... The male only lives 4 days, without feeding...

To love and let yourself die.

Very nice sea urchin on a cubic base.

This species of sea urchin can measure up to 12 cm in diameter.

It can be a beautiful dark purple with often the tips of the prickles white.

It feeds on algae that it grazes on the rocks between the surface and 100 m depth in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.

This specimen with its prickles comes from the Italian coast of Liguria.

A very beautiful decorative object.

Beautiful reproduction of a branch coral made of orange-red resin on a base. Presented on a black and gold base embellished with natural rock crystals.

Coral is actually an animal of the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Beautiful reproduction of a gorgonian made of red/orange resin.

Presented on a black and gold base embellished with natural rock crystals.

Our collection of corals in synthetic material is handcrafted, reproducing identically the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

The Bride and Groom Globe was originally intended to collect the wreath of orange flowers worn by the bride on the wedding day.

Fashionable in the 19th century until the beginning of the 20th century, this oval glass bell could also contain other wedding souvenirs in order to protect them from dust and oblivion.

With its quilted canvas cushion, its 2 antique mirrors and its symbolic decorations (the vine leaves, symbol of the union of the feminine and masculine, or the bird, symbol of peace and love), our Wedding Globe will present your wonders or protect jewelry and collections of your choice. Napoleon III turned wooden base.

An unusual decorative object for your interior decoration!

Beautiful craftsmanship.

Magnificent reproduction of a cup made of a flat mushroom coral called "Lithophyllon Repanda", mounted on a 19th century style sandstone base.

Can be ordered garnished with natural coral fragments under the reference OD1194/2.

The OD1194/2 coral bowl presented here garnished with a composition of natural coral fragments for a “Still Life” bouquet in the Naturalia style.

The coral fragments are natural, as for the cut, it is a reproduction in synthetic material, and can be purchased empty under the reference OD1194.

Coral is actually an animal from the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals made of synthetic material is handcrafted by hand, identically reproducing the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Magnificent reproduction of a cup made of a flat mushroom coral called "Lithophyllon Repanda", mounted on a 19th century style sandstone base.

Can be ordered garnished with natural coral fragments under the reference OD1194/2.

The OD1194/2 coral bowl presented here garnished with a composition of natural coral fragments for a “Still Life” bouquet in the Naturalia style.

The coral fragments are natural, as for the cut, it is a reproduction in synthetic material, and can be purchased empty under the reference OD1194.

Coral is actually an animal from the Cnidarian phylum. Corals generally live in colonies of individuals called “polyps” which are “superorganisms”. Each polyp secretes its own exoskeleton; depending on the species, this exoskeleton is hard or soft.

Our collection of corals made of synthetic material is handcrafted by hand, identically reproducing the texture of these living specimens, most of which are now protected.

Beautiful Primitive wall panel, finely carved and painted bright colors worn by time.

Distinctive architectural element from traditional houses in southern Indonesia.

A unique piece. The items shown in the picture are exactly the items you will receive.

Superb chef's stool hand carved from a single piece of wood by the Baga tribe of Guinea-Bissau.

Stools are a minor art form for the Baga whose large masks and snake figures are among the largest and most impressive in Africa.

Striking modern pumpkin shape with intricate decorative carvings around the top edge.

It shows signs of wear due to aging but remains remarkably solid.

Material: Wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Guinea Bissau

Tribe: Baga

Two unique pieces. The items shown in the picture are exactly the items you will receive.

Chairs and stools are prestigious objects for the Kota people of Gabon.

You can notice how they use similar characteristics on all of their sculptures and other subjects that they create. L

The seat is decorated with various geometric patterns engraved in what appears to be copper and brass.

It shows signs of wear due to aging but remains remarkably solid.

Material: Wood, Brass and Copper

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Gabon

Tribe: Kota

The unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

Wooden male king (Ndop) figure.

The figure sits cross-legged on a square platform (yiing) carved with a representation of a climbing vine.

Ndop statues are idealized representations of the Nyimi or kings of the Kuba kingdom.

Material: Wood

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Congo

Tribe: Kuba Bushoong

The unique piece shown in the picture is the exact item you will receive.

Little is known about the Nok culture, which is defined largely on the basis of its stunning terracotta artwork.

Aesthetically, the sculpture is both naturalistic and expressionistic, with very distinctive elongated forms, triangular eyes, pierced pupils and nostrils, and elaborate hairstyles.

The function of this art is unclear, although the care with which they are executed has led some to claim that they represent nobility.

Material: Terracotta

Age: mid-20th century

Origin: Nigeria

Tribe: Nok

Tribe: Kuba Bushoong

A set of two beautiful reproductions of engravings of magnificent flamboyantly colored parrots whose species have unfortunately disappeared.

Engravings with powder pink marie-louis and very beautiful black wood ornamentation frame.

Glass size: 50x70cm

From the Kingdom of Queen of Sheba, exceptional small iconic stele, current reproduction of pieces that existed dating from the 3rd/1st century BC.

These steles are the remains of forgotten civilizations of the South Arabian Peninsula and more particularly of Yemen, a thousand-year-old country with dreamlike landscapes and unique architecture in the world.

For many, it remains the land of incense, “caravan routes” and the lands of the sultans.

Hand-carved from sandstone by our artisans, these steles were originally pillars. Rectangular in shape, with the effigy of stylized faces, they were sometimes engraved with the name of their owners.

These faces, always represented from the front with a straight nose, topped with eyebrow arches in strong relief, were framed by almond-shaped eyes and a small mouth with pursed lips.

Their stylization is remarkably abstract, their primitive appearance has inspired more than one artist of the modern era.

Patinas and wear due to time are skillfully reproduced in our workshops in a natural way.

They are each presented on a matte black “museum style” base.

Bright red Gorgon on brass base

Its color is incredible, but completely natural. We managed to preserve the beauty of this gorgon, even on your console! It comes from Micronesia, Melithaea ochracea-

Red gorgonians (Acabaria biserialis) line the rocky slopes between 20 and 100 meters deep. It is necessary to use a flashlight to appreciate their brilliance, because at this depth, the red appears dark blue.

Attached perpendicular to their support, the colonized polyp branches filter the water with the current to capture the micro-organisms in suspension.

A very beautiful decorative object.

12 magnificent bird-winged butterflies in a capsule globe.

The most common bird-winged butterfly - Ornithoptera Priamus - is actually not so common, because it is only found in a few small islands in the Pacific: Papua New Guinea, Southern Moluccas, Solomon Islands...

Islands where their forests diminish year after year under the influence of men. 

This is why this protected species will be delivered with a CITES. 

Only the males have these bright colors, the females are even larger, but brown in color. 

They are so remarkable that our specimens now come from a farm in Indonesia.