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A cabinet of Curiosities
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A cabinet of Curiosities
A private cabinet of curiosities. Items include from top left, red coral, venus flower basket, macaw skull, Tibetan shrine, lens condenser, spiny shell, chinese ink case, sea bird skull, microscope and miniature book, Thai Buddhist idol, ostrich skull, starving Budda figure and handaxe, medical specimen skull, plaster brain model, chinese compass clock, Tasli Russian devil, giant barnacles, preserved fish, mammoth tooth, carved dragon. In the shelves below are a variety of fossils and mineral specimens
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© PAUL D STEWART/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Collection Collector Cabinet Of Curiosities Kunstkammer Wunderkammer
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This print by Paul D. Stewart transports us into the enchanting world of a private cabinet of curiosities. A treasure trove of extraordinary objects, this collection showcases an array of fascinating items meticulously arranged on shelves and within glass cases. From top left, our eyes are immediately drawn to the vibrant red coral and delicate Venus flower basket, followed by the macaw skull and Tibetan shrine exuding an air of mystery. The lens condenser and spiny shell add a touch of scientific intrigue, while the Chinese ink case and sea bird skull hint at cultural diversity. The miniature book nestled beside a microscope catches our attention before we spot the Thai Buddhist idol radiating serenity amidst an ostrich skull and starving Buddha figure. Further exploration reveals a medical specimen skull alongside a plaster brain model, showcasing both anatomical wonders. As we descend to the lower shelves, our curiosity is piqued by an assortment of fossils and mineral specimens that whisper tales from ancient times. Each item holds its own significance in this wunderkammer or "cabinet of wonders" where nature's marvels intertwine with human craftsmanship. Paul D. Stewart's photograph captures not just a mere collection but also the essence of being captivated by knowledge, beauty, and history all at once. It invites us to embark on a journey through time as we immerse ourselves in this mesmerizing private museum filled with awe-inspiring curiosities.
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