Entomological display, Modernism, black wood, Czechoslovakia, 1960s.
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This modernist entomological school display from 1960s Czechoslovakia exemplifies mid-century educational design. Presented in a deep, rectangular wooden frame finished in matte, cool black, the display is divided into two sections. On the left are a black-and-white insect portrait, a dried leaf, and three authentic pinned specimens (larva, pupa, beetle), all labeled in Czech; the right side features a cross-sectional apple model made of painted plastic in subdued reds and greys, alongside three more authentic specimens (caterpillar, pupa, moth). Every element is arranged on a slightly yellowed, spot-marked paper background that reveals the passage of time. A new glass front and frame ensure the display’s stability and clarity, while original school markings remain on the reverse. Condition: very good, with only subtle, age-appropriate traces and no major damage.The display speaks with the voice of Central European modernist pedagogy—its pared-back construction and rational composition reflect an era that valued clarity and durability in education. The matte black frame contrasts against the creamy, aged background, evoking
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Height15 cm
Depth5 cm
Width22 cm
Dimension details
Width22 cm
Height15 cm
Depth5 cm
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