{"product_id":"ancienne-dent-de-mammifere-curiosite-taxidermie-vintage-cabinet-deco","title":"Ancient mammal tooth, curiosity vintage taxidermy cabinet decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe item shown in the photo is an ancient mammal tooth, presented here from a lateral angle, placed on a neutral background with a ruler for reference. The object exhibits the characteristic morphology of a molar or premolar, with a broad crown and several pronounced cusps on the upper part. Its color varies between light beige and yellowish hues, marked by a mineral patina and natural oxidation traces, indicating a long stay in a sedimentary environment or a partial fossilization process. The surface texture is irregular, alternating between smooth areas and more porous parts, typical of an ancient dental relic used in a cabinet of curiosities or for taxidermy applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side reveals three distinct, well-separated roots, with moderate wear on the tips, suggesting that the tooth was extracted in an overall satisfactory state of preservation. No inscriptions or markings are visible on the piece. The contours show clear reliefs without any major visible chips, apart from some natural irregularities due to age or the burial environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heterogeneous coloration, with variations in intensity, gives the tooth an authentic appearance, ideal for integration into a cabinet of curiosities, a naturalist display case, or vintage decor. The object has an elongated, massive shape, with an angular profile and rounded edges on the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of tooth is sought after for decoration, comparative studies in paleontology, or to enhance a collection of ancient natural objects. The piece is offered as seen in the photo, without a base or support, and with no apparent restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Natural patina, wear, and irregularities visible. No restoration observed on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nAncient mammal teeth have often been used in cabinets of curiosities since the 18th century, particularly to illustrate the diversity of extinct or unknown species. Dental morphology plays a key role in identifying animal families, with each species exhibiting a particular architecture according to its diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Experienced professional in sending natural objects and ancient curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: fossil tooth, mammal molar, natural curiosity, cabinet of curiosities, vintage taxidermy, ancient tooth, fossil tooth, naturalist decor, animal study object, vintage curio, curiosity cabinet, cabinet of curiosities decoration\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54314410410311,"sku":"b949badd-c183-42f7-9a29-d5263089e9e8-PA1.61","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_1e29de10-d380-4991-bb3a-a6383f150693.jpg?v=1783580763","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancienne-dent-de-mammifere-curiosite-taxidermie-vintage-cabinet-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}