This 3D-printed Museum Replica recreates the Nautilus Cup, an iconic artifact originally crafted in 1607 by Dutch silversmith Cornelis Jansz van der Burch. The original, a masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age, combines a polished nautilus shell with intricate silver-gilt work, featuring a dramatic sea monster’s head. This reproduction captures the essence of the vessel’s natural beauty and artistic detail, offering a tangible piece of seventeenth-century Delft craftsmanship. Available in a range of premium materials, this replica is designed for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of fine art.
Material Options for the Nautilus Cup:
– Black Nylon: Finished with a Color Touch treatment, this material provides durability and resistance to scratching, rubbing, and external conditions. It offers a consistent, uniform black color across production batches, ensuring high-quality surface finish and stability. Ideal for robust, long-lasting replicas.
– White Nylon: Processed through polishing for a smooth tactile finish, this is the most cost-effective option. It delivers a clean, white appearance with a refined surface, suitable for display purposes.
Specifications:
– Dimensions: Based on the original measurements of 33.3 cm (height) x 10.6 cm (width) x 20.1 cm (depth), adjusted as needed for production constraints (see note below).
– Design Features: The replica retains the nautilus shell’s form and the sea monster’s head, meticulously recreated to reflect van der Burch’s blend of organic and metallic artistry.
More about the materials: https://www.sculpteo.com/en/materials/
Replica Measurements (Nylon): 5.5 × 11 cm (2.17 × 4.33 in)
Note:
Due to size limitations in the production process, replicas exceeding the maximum build volume are scaled down from the original dimensions.
