Tag Archives: Naturalist

Pair of Francois Martinet Antique Hand Colored French Bird Engravings

November 30, 2021

Historical pair of 18th century hand colored bird engravings from the original book “Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux” published in 1770 with the artwork by artist, engraver and early naturalist Francois Martinet. Presented in rustic painted wood frames. Be sure to … Continue reading

Mid Century Flower Paintings by Dale McFeatters

June 28, 2019

Two Flower paintings executed with acrylic on canvas in a bold vibrant style, titled Buttercup and Trout Lilly and presented in the original aluminum frames. Signed McFeatters. Priced individually. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques U.S. circa 1974 … Continue reading

Organic White Tube Shell Sculpture on Lucite

May 1, 2019

Tall chic tube shell sculpture designed and executed by F. S. Henemader with a dramatic form and striking bleached white color. Presented on a lucite base to enhance the sculptural elements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon … Continue reading

Large Truncata Spyder Seashell

February 1, 2019

Truncata Spyder seashell with a dramatic unusually complete form and sea inspired colors that have a magical iridescent glow. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques H: 4.5 W: 13 D: 7 Ref: 12-3

Sea Sponge Specimen on Lucite

November 20, 2018

Authentic sea sponge with ocean inspired soothing color and organic texture and form. Presented on a lucite stand to enhance the sculptural elements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands Circa 2000 H: 6.5 W: 9.5 D: … Continue reading

Natural Branch Coral Mounted on Coquina Stone

September 13, 2018

Authentic branch coral specimen with its clean bleached white color and organic textural form. Presented on a custom coquina stand. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands Circa 2000 H: 14 W: 9 D: 8 Ref: D99

Pair of Sea Whip Specimens on Lucite

August 16, 2018

Lofty pair of sea whip specimens, a testament to mother nature’s sculptural powers with their tree like form. Presented on custom lucite bases. Priced individually. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands Circa 2000 From left to … Continue reading

Red Coral Sculpture

August 8, 2018

Authentic red coral specimen with its enchanting colors and organic form. Presented on a lucite stand to enhance the sculptural elements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Island. Contemporary. H: 12 W: 6 D: 6 Ref: 3856D

Pair of Fossil Specimens

June 30, 2018

Pair of Orthoconic Cephalopods towers or fossilized Squid specimens carefully cut from stone and polished to reveal these remarkable organic sculptures. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Canada Circa 1970 H: 13.5 W: 5 D: 3 Ref: 4481

Brown Cup Coral Sculpture

June 21, 2018

Large brown cup coral specimen with a poetic flowing form and sea inspired colors and textures. Presented on a custom coquina base. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands. Contemporary. H: 14 W: 14 D: 9 Ref: … Continue reading

White Coral Sculpture on Lucite

A branch coral specimen displaying delightful organic form and cloud-like color. Presented on a custom lucite stand to enhance the sculptural qualities. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands. Contemporary. H: 9.5 W: 6.5 D: 7 Ref: WL01

Mid Century Nautilus Shell Parrot Sculpture

August 12, 2017

The transforming brilliance of this artist to transform nautilus shell and hand hammered silver plated brass into a  preening parrot is an idea to behold. Attributed to “Binazzi”. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques. Italy Circa 1970 H: … Continue reading

Clam Shell on Custom Stand

July 9, 2016

Here is a clam shell with an elegant, dancing form and variegated organic colors. Presented on a custom stand to enhance the sculptural elements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands. Contemporary. H: 5 W: 14 D: 9 Ref: … Continue reading

Gigas Clam Mounted on a Footed Base

June 27, 2016

Unique large clam shell with graceful flowing lines and variegated organic colors. Presented on a custom footed stand to enhance the sculptural elements. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @fshenemaderantiques Solomon Islands. Contemporary. H: 7 W: 19 D: 12 Ref: … Continue reading

Large Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell

June 24, 2016

Rare, large tridacna gigas clam shell. The exterior with graceful curves and an organic surface with variegated color. The interior lovely, smooth, and silky as a pearl. Mother nature’s iconic design is enhanced by our custom base. H: 15  W: … Continue reading

Octopus Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

September 25, 2014

Octopus coral forms in strange varieties of shapes, with structures ranging from tight delicate clusters of tentacles to a more thick substantial tree like growth. Extremely sculptural in form, these centerpieces are a great scale for bookcases, consoles, credenzas or … Continue reading

Black and White Cup Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

Cup corals grow in solitary forms often in caves or under overhangs. The individual leaves are thick and crusty, the natural curl of the coral lends itself to the creations of large, almost floral centerpieces.  These cup coral sculptures are exclusively … Continue reading

Merulina Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

August 27, 2014

The merulina coral is truly the flower of the sea, with concentric coral petals wrapping one around the other. This is a take on one of mother natures finest moments. Real and natural white merulina coral, designed, hand cut and … Continue reading

Cup Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

August 12, 2014

Cup corals grow in solitary forms often in caves or under overhangs. The individual leaves are thick and crusty, the natural curl of the coral lends itself to the creations of large, almost floral centerpieces.  These cup coral sculptures are exclusively … Continue reading

Rugosa Coral Mounted on Coquina Stone Base

April 28, 2014

A rugosa coral centerpiece mounted on square coquina stone base. Rugosa coral has slight ridged leaves, reminiscent of the sea. Designed and made at FS Henemader. Height: 10, Width: 12, Depth: 11 Ref: X1    

Fire Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone Base

Fire coral centerpiece mounted on coquina stone base. Height: 13, Width: 13, Depth: 7 Ref: A-7

Merulina Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone

April 11, 2014

Really lovely merulina coral sculpture or centerpiece, mounted on a coquina stone base. Designed and hand made by FS Henemader. Height: 15, Width: 16, Depth: 9, Base: 8 x 8 Ref: C11

Medium Sized Cup Coral Centerpiece

January 24, 2014

A medium size cup coral centerpiece, mounted on a coquina stone base. Smaller pieces of hand cut cup coral, creatively arranged to create these decorative centerpieces. All coral centerpieces and lamps are designed and made by us. Height: 16, Width: … Continue reading

Cup Coral Centerpiece

January 23, 2014

A white cup coral centerpiece, hand cut pieces of cup coral, carefully selected and arranged to create this beautiful centerpiece. Designed and made by us. Height: 11.5, Width: 18, Depth: 18 Base 12 x 12 Ref: B106

Table Size Gigas Clam Shell

This is a gigas clam shell, perfect for table top decor, nice size with a great organic surface, and clean interior. Clam shells like this are getting very hard to find. H: 8 W: 22 D: 13 Ref: 105C

Black Cupcoral and Staghorn Centerpiece Mounted on Coquina Stone

August 23, 2013

A stunning new addition of black cup coral and staghorn coral mounted on coquina stone. Made by FS Henemader designs. Height: 15.25, Width: 15, Depth: 12, Base: 12 x 12 Ref: A-443  

Cupcoral with Birdsnest on Coquina Stone

Birdsnest in cupcoral mounted on coquina stone. Height: 8.5 , Diameter 6, Base: 6 x 6 Ref: xx

Large Barnacle Centerpiece

May 9, 2013

Large barnacle centerpiece, with an irregular and layered shape, adding interest and depth to the sculpture. Designed and made at FS Henemader. Height: 9.5, Width: 25, Depth: 17 Ref: B101

Octopus Coral on Coquina Stone, Priced Individually

March 29, 2013

Octopus Coral on coquina stone. Perfect for shelves, or on a small table. Designed and made by us. From Left to Right: Ref: B71 – $850.00 Height: 14 , Width: 9, Depth: 5, Base 7 x 7 Ref: B65 – $1,250.00 Height: 12, … Continue reading

Merulina Coral Centerpiece Mounted on Feet

January 6, 2012

An extravagant centerpiece made of merulina coral mounted on feet. Executed and designed by us. A beautiful addition to place on your dining table, or console. Height: 7.5, Width: 24, Depth: 20 Ref: A-457    

Merulina Coral Propeller Centerpiece

December 22, 2011

Merulina coral placed together in a twirling design  to make a “propeller” centerpiece, mounted on coquina stone. Height:13, Diameter: 15, Base 15 x 15 Ref: A-453

Huge Fiberglass Nautilus Shell

August 8, 2011

A very large and impressive fiberglass nautilus shell mounted on a wood base. Extremely decorative. A few cracks in the finish, consistent with age. USA. Mid 20th C. Height: 31, Width: 36, Depth: 19 Ref: 1074  

Bowl Coral Mounted on Blue Coral

July 26, 2011

Bowl coral mounted on blue coral, with a coquina stone base. Height:11.5 ,Width:12, Depth:8.5, Base:7 x 9 Ref: A-179

Twirly Merulina Coral Mounted on Coquina Stone

December 16, 2001

Merulina coral placed together in a twirly design to make a wondrous centerpiece, placed on coquina stone. Height:16, Width:16, Depth:13 Ref: A-454

Barnacle Centerpiece

August 23, 2001

Large barnacle centerpiece, with an irregular and layered shape, adding interest and depth to the sculpture. Designed and made at FS Henemader. Height: 7, Width: 20, Depth: 16 Ref: B102