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poisson mene rombea - Eocène inférieur, Monte Bolca, Italie
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Dim. de la gangue : 19,3 cm x 26 cm x 3 cm ; fossile : 12,5 cm x 16 cm
Les fossiles de Monte Bolca ont toujours fasciné depuis les temps les plus reculés, l'Empereur Napoléon Ier les fit ainsi ramener d'Italie comme trésor de guerre. Mais il continuait en cela la prise d'intérêt de la noblesse qui les collectionnait à grand frais au XVIIIe siècle. Tous les grands musées du monde s'enorgueillissent de posséder quelques exemplaires de ces poissons et particulièrement du Mene Rombea, poisson qui vivait en groupe autour de massifs coralliens. Ce dernier reste d'ailleurs emblématique de la faune piscicole du Monte Bolca et se présente ici sous une belle taille.
Exhibited at the Grand-Palais in Paris during the cultural manifestation of' The Dinosaur Collector's Show 10/09/2009- 20/09/2009-
The fossils of Monte Bolca have always fascinated man. Emperor Napoleon I brought them back from Italy as treasure from war. But in doing so, he incited the interest of the nobility who collected it at great expense during the eighteenth century. All major museums around the world boast several copies of these fish and particularly the Mene Romba, a fish that lived in groups around coral reefs. The latter is emblematic of the fish fauna of the Monte Bolca and is here presented in impressive size.
Exhibited at the Grand-Palais in Paris during the cultural manifestation of' The Dinosaur Collector's Show 10/09/2009- 20/09/2009-
The fossils of Monte Bolca have always fascinated man. Emperor Napoleon I brought them back from Italy as treasure from war. But in doing so, he incited the interest of the nobility who collected it at great expense during the eighteenth century. All major museums around the world boast several copies of these fish and particularly the Mene Romba, a fish that lived in groups around coral reefs. The latter is emblematic of the fish fauna of the Monte Bolca and is here presented in impressive size.
Exhibited
Exposé au Grand Palais à Paris lors de la manifestation culturelle à but non lucratif "Les Dinosaures du Collectionneur - Salon du Collectionneur 10/09/2009 - 20/09/2009.
Condition
it comes from an ancient collection, there is no restauration. It is such a beautiful piece, really sought for Monte Bolca fishes.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."