Description
Christie's
Science & Natural History
London 5/24/19 SALE 17492
112 lots
Fossils (47)
globes & planetaria (10)
Meteorites (16)
minerals (65)
scientific instruments (2)
sculptures (1)
Sale overview
Discover the art of science through forms created by tectonic forces on Earth, beautiful and sculptural meteorites from beyond our planet, and fine scientific instrument made to study the cosmos.
Naturally occurring geological formations and fossils are presented alongside prized minerals and meteorites. Some have been cut and polished to reveal their inner beauty; all are highly sculptural and decorative and sit comfortably in any interior setting.
The fossilized remains of extinct animals – some lived as far back as 500 million years ago, others alongside the Dinosaurs – are a natural fit in a cabinet of curiosity. Highlights include fine sandstone formations termed gogottes, rare ammonites and picture-like fossils preserved in limestone.
