Filigree marine art: the bishop's cone snail in...

Monumental elegance and classical maritime art merge in this extraordinary natural object: Scientifically known as Conus episcopus (Hwass in Bruguière, 1792) – in the German-speaking world valued as the Bishop’s Cone Snail – this noble piece presents itself in an impressive, finely sculpted and harmonious form. Its characteristic conical silhouette, the elegant patterning, and the smooth texture make it a true masterpiece of tropical tidal zones. Origin: Raya Island (Andaman Sea / Thailand) / Tropical reef and shallow-water zones on sandy soils. Unique features: Size: With a compact and slender length of 7.5 cm, this exquisite cone snail presents in an ideal collector and display size. Quality: This specimen impresses with a solid, smooth shell structure, an immaculate aperture and an excellent overall stability of fine workmanship. Color and patterning: The shell stands out with a fascinating, tent-like pattern of clear white and deep, warm brown to coffee tones (so-called tent-pattern). The high-contrast and detailed texture give the piece an elegant, almost graphic aesthetic. Special features: This Conus episcopus is not only a spectacular highlight for refined home decoration or a natural history cabinet, but also a true jewel of malacology. The fine sculptural patterning and the compact, noble form make this piece an absolute eye-catcher in any collection. Why this specimen?: This piece unites the fascinating aesthetics of tropical marine life with a perfect, natural sense of form. The distinctive cone structure and the harmonious color scheme make it an indispensable statement piece for connoisseurs of discerning natural objects. SKU: Oberdiek - Conus episcopus

Estimate:£125.63

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