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Antique Butterfly Display Cased
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Antique Butterfly Display Cased

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 August 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
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It was listed by Rams Head Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is a superb cased collection of fine butterfly specimens with the most amazing colours. The specimens are in excellent condition and make a fine collection for display. This is one of seven matching display cases that are from this excellent early 20th century collection that we currently have listed, please see our other items.

The case measures 38 cms by 29 cms by 6 cms deep.

UK insured careful packing and delivery is £20

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Antique Butterfly Display Case to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1122165
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Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

We can arrange worldwide delivery on all the items we have in stock, please ask for an accurate quote.

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Description
This is a superb cased collection of fine butterfly specimens with the most amazing colours. The specimens are in excellent condition and make a fine collection for display.
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This is one of seven matching display cases that are from this excellent early 20th century collection that we currently have listed, please see our other items.
Rams Head Antiques

The case measures 38 cms by 29 cms by 6 cms deep.

UK insured careful packing and delivery is £20

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Antique Butterfly Display Case to the 1920s.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122165
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Butterfly Display Cased

Archive II An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View II
Archive III An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View III
Archive IV An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View IV
Archive V An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View V
Archive VI An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View VI
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Archive VIII An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background. View VIII
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Rams Head Antiques

Rams Head Antiques
Telephone 07769 255 544
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Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ramsheadantiques
Verified Since Sep 2014
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An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background.
Antique Butterfly Display Cased
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An antique wooden display case containing a collection of various pinned butterfly specimens arranged on a white background.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWood, Glass, Paper, Insect Specimen
  • ColourMulti-coloured
  • MotifsPinnate arrangement, Glazed timber frame, Specimen taxonomy
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Victorian entomology displays gained immense popularity during the 19th century as amateur and professional naturalists collected, pinned, and catalogued exotic insects as a testament to global exploration and scientific curiosity.

Authentic period cases typically feature hand-crafted wooden frames, often made of mahogany, oak, or walnut, combined with a glass panel, paper-lined backing boards, and traditional pins.

Authenticity is indicated by aged wooden frames with patination, hand-written identification labels in period ink, old glass with minor imperfections, and traditional pinning techniques rather than modern foam backing.

These pieces work well mounted on walls in studies or galleries, contrasting against neutral or dark heritage wall colours to highlight the intricate natural geometry and vibrant colours of the specimens.

Preservation requires keeping the case out of direct sunlight to prevent colour fading of the specimens, maintaining a stable indoor humidity level, and ensuring the seal remains intact to deter pests.
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