Lot #83: Victorian-Era Glass Cloche with Preserved Botanical & Butterfly Display

This exquisite decorative piece captures the quiet romance of 19th-century natural history, presented beneath a hand-blown glass cloche. Inside, a carefully arranged composition of dried botanicals is complemented by a striking preserved butterfly, creating a timeless vignette that reflects the Victorian fascination with nature, science, and beauty. The gently aged florals display rich, organic tones developed naturally over time, while the butterfly provides a dramatic focal point—symbolizing transformation and rarity. Encased under clear glass, the arrangement has been protected and preserved, allowing its delicate details to remain intact decades later. Such pieces were often created as parlour curiosities or study objects, blending art and natural science. Today, authentic examples are increasingly scarce, especially those that retain their original charm and visual balance. Perfect for display in a library, study, or curated interior, this cloche stands as both a decorative object and a conversation piece—appealing to collectors of Victorian décor, natural history artifacts, and cabinet-of-curiosities style works. A rare and evocative object that brings elegance, history, and quiet intrigue into any refined space. Pickup category timeslot {A}