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Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian
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Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a tall antique professor's specimen dome. An English, glass taxidermy or ornament showcase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.

Impressive proportion, standing at almost 2' in height

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Quality glass dome, with tall profile and bright appearance

Dome replete with dust seal gasket for keeping the display airtight

Standing upon an ebonised mahogany base with suede leather cushion pad

This is a fascinating antique professor's specimen dome, with a tall, generous profile ideal for showcasing quality taxidermy or favoured decorative objects. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Max Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Max Height: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Internal Diameter: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Internal Height: 56cm (22'')

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Our Ref: 24376

Physical Dimensions
Height
60.5cm (23.82")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
27.5cm (10.83")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Specimen Dome to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1075011
Dealers Internal Reference
24376
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Description
This is a tall antique professor's specimen dome. An English, glass taxidermy or ornament showcase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.

Impressive proportion, standing at almost 2' in height

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

fig 1. A tall cylindrical clear glass specimen dome set upon a turned ebonised wooden base with a pale interior insert.
fig 1. Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian

Quality glass dome, with tall profile and bright appearance

Dome replete with dust seal gasket for keeping the display airtight

Standing upon an ebonised mahogany base with suede leather cushion pad

“
This is a fascinating antique professor's specimen dome, with a tall, generous profile ideal for showcasing quality taxidermy or favoured decorative objects.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to display.

fig 2. A tall cylindrical clear glass specimen dome set upon a turned ebonised wooden base with a pale interior insert.
fig 2. Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Max Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Max Height: 60.5cm (23.75'')

Internal Diameter: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Internal Height: 56cm (22'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 3. A tall cylindrical clear glass specimen dome set upon a turned ebonised wooden base with a pale interior insert.
fig 3. Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24376

Height
60.5cm (23.82")
Width
27.5cm (10.83")
Depth
27.5cm (10.83")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Specimen Dome to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1075011
Dealers Internal Ref
24376
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A tall cylindrical clear glass specimen dome set upon a turned ebonised wooden base with a pale interior insert.
Tall Antique Professor's Specimen Dome, English, Glass, Taxidermy, Victorian
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A tall cylindrical clear glass specimen dome set upon a turned ebonised wooden base with a pale interior insert.
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FAQs

Glass specimen domes became prominent during the Victorian era as popular decorative display cases for natural history specimens, preserved taxidermy, floral arrangements, and clocks. They served to protect delicate items from dust and air pollution while showcasing scientific curiosities in private residences.

Traditional Victorian cloches were constructed using mouth-blown cylinder glass, resulting in slight thickness variations and micro-bubbles. The glass tops fit into custom turned wooden bases, typically crafted from walnut, mahogany, or ebonised timber, lined with fabric or velvet pads.

Authentic period glass domes typically exhibit subtle irregularities such as seeds, striations, and slight wave patterns within the glass from the mouth-blowing manufacturing process. Original bases show authentic wear to the turned timber rims and original velvet or paper lining underneath.

A specimen dome can be styled on a sideboard top, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to enclose collected objects such as dried botanicals, pocket watches, minerals, or sculpture. It functions as a focal point within traditional, maximalist, or dark academia interior schemes.

Glass domes should be cleaned using a soft microfiber cloth and a mild glass cleaner applied directly to the cloth rather than the object. Care should be taken to dust the ebonised wooden base with a dry brush and avoid exposing the piece to direct sunlight to prevent heat retention inside the glass.
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