Shell, probably a Bursa rubeta, from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw by niet van toepassing

Shell, probably a Bursa rubeta, from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw before 1613

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circular oval feature

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3d printed part

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jewelry design

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sculptural image

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curved arc

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stoneware

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round circular shape

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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nature closeup

This shell, identified as a Bursa rubeta, was recovered from the wreck of the Dutch East India ship Witte Leeuw, which sank in 1613. The shell is a reminder of the vast trade network established by the Dutch East India Company, which transported goods from Asia to Europe. The shell's delicate structure and intricate patterns are a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world. This piece is currently held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

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