
Wooden oddity display frame with photograph of a two-headed calf
Selling Price
$150
History
This unique display frame appears to be a contemporary piece designed specifically for showcasing oddities and curiosities. The rustic wooden construction with a lid-like top resembles traditional specimen or display cases used in cabinets of curiosities from the 19th and early 20th centuries, though this is a modern interpretation. Such display frames are highly sought after by collectors of natural history oddities, taxidermy enthusiasts, and those interested in the macabre or unusual. The photograph of a two-headed calf represents the enduring fascination with biological anomalies that has roots in traveling sideshows and museums of curiosities. These items appeal to collectors who appreciate the intersection of natural history, the unusual, and rustic aesthetics.
Origin
United States
Time period
Contemporary (21st century)