Reference: N1557
Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.
Dimensions: 25 cm x 45 cm x 35 cm
Weight: 1,95 Kg
Giant Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) is a giant species of sponge found in the Indo-Pacific coral reefs. It commonly occurs at depths ranging from over 10 meters to 120 meters and can grow up to a diameter of 1.8 meters. The sponge typically exhibits a brownish-red to brownish-gray coloration, with a hard or stony texture. Due to its impressive size and estimated lifespan of hundreds to possibly thousands of years, the giant barrel sponge has earned the nickname "redwood of the reef." It displays a variable form, often appearing as a large, firm, barrel-shaped structure with a cone-shaped cavity at the top called the osculum. These sponges make beautiful decorative pieces. The specimen in question originates from Luzon, Philippines.
A beautiful Shell ball made with Cerithiidae shells, from Indonesia.
These balls are part of the Indo-Pacific cultural heritage, and from a long time tribal people use them as adornment pieces. Today they are natural and beautiful decor pieces.
Tridacna gigas (Linnaeus, 1758)
Beautiful and very perfect resin replica in big size of this elusive piece protected nowadays.
It can be used as a decor piece, ice bucket or just for display!
This species of Spongia came from the Florida Keys.
It is a very healthy population once from many years they are fished commercially for bath sponges, these are special pieces turned into great decor objects. The sponges feed on microorganisms that they filter and their larvae are taken by the sea movements making them widespread. Taken by divers from 5 to 40 meters deep.
Mounted in a black lacquered wood stand.
Pentaceraster alveolatus is a species of sea stars belonging to the Oreasteridae family.
Known as the Cushion Sea Star, this species is commonly found in sandy-rocky intertidal regions and on reef platforms at depths ranging from 1 to 60 meters.
It primarily feeds on carrion and is considered harmless to humans.
This particular specimen was collected through diving in Jetafe, Bohol Island, Philippines, and mounted on an iron base.
Brown Tube Sponge (Agelas conífera) in a black lacquered wood base. Resembling the graceful form of organ pipes, this distinctive sponge displays a beautiful palette ranging from brown to tan, with hints of greyish tones. Its upper "tubes" feature a captivating spiny texture, adding to its allure. Originally found in the Caribbean, Bahamas, and occasionally spotted in Florida, this sponge species forms colonies that can grow impressively large, surpassing one meter in size. Unveil the splendor of this stunning and truly unique decorative piece, sourced directly from Florida, USA.
A Horned Helmet shell - Cassis cornuta, from Philippines, in a black lacquered wood base.
Cassis cornuta is a species of extremely large sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Cassidae. This large sea snail is found on sand and coral rubble, often around reefs.
A beautiful decor shell.
A superb polished Haliotis assimilis tray table in satin brass. Look like a Victorian table piece.
With six Haliotis shells polished on both sides, ideal for bringing nuts or sweets to the table.
Unique One of a Kind design piece.
Sea biscuit glass dome - Clypeaster sp.
A big perfect and beautiful piece for a shelf decoration. These urchins are very delicate and very nice.
This one came from Florida - USA.
Sea Stars displayed in an open glass vitrine with white lacquered wood base. Composed by one Sugar Star, one Sun Star, one Jungle Star and two Duck stars.
Very colourful and decorative One of a Kind handmade piece.
A great Charonia variegata from Brazil, big size, perfect pattern, seldom seen like this.
Displayed in a natural brown wood base.
Beautiful Hexaplex nigritus from Mexico, always a very elusive shell, make a curious decor item.
Mounted in a brass and white lacquered wood base.
Pentaceraster alveolatus is a genus of sea stars in the family Oreasteridae.
Know as Cushion Sea star, occurs in sandy-rocky intertidal regions and on reef platform at depths of 1 to 60 m.
Feeds on carrion and harmless for humans.
Dived from Jetafe - Bohol Isl. Philippines and mounted in a high gloss beige base.
Melo umbilicatus (Sowerby, 1826) in a black lacquered wood base.
Heavy Baler Sea - Melo umbilicatus, from Australia.
Great pattern and quality (F+/ F++) for a giant shell like this, nowadays it's very hard to get this size.
Beautiful marine composition, looking like big mushrooms, made with shark vertebrae and white knobbed sea urchins, all from Madagascar in a natural walnut wood base.
Tribal Cowrie Shell Papua necklace, made with Cypraea moneta shells.
In Papua this type of necklace is used during ceremonies and is custom-made for each person. Its round outside shape symbolizes the universe, while the circular hole in the center is a symbol of the opening to eternal life. It is believed to bring the wearer a happy life and protection.
There, the shells are known to bring good luck and to protect the spirit of the wearer, and many tribes use them in spiritual ceremonies.
They also are a sign of femininity and fertility, with women often wearing them not only to help them conceive, but to help them give birth safely.
Syrinx aruanus is the biggest living Gastropod in the world, usually with many scars when it gets bigger.
That makes it very special and rare, with a great quality (F+/ F++),
This one comes from North Western Australia.
Outstanding decor piece in a handmade brass base.
