The Wildwood Vertebrae Set

This curated 6-piece gallery set tells a cohesive story of anatomy, botany, and geometric harmony. Nestled within a series of nested, hand-finished gold-rimmed hexagon frames, this installation features an array of real, professionally cleaned, and whitened deer vertebrae. Each bone specimen is delicately accented with hand-painted gold-leaf highlights on its prominent processes and crests, reflecting light beautifully against the rich, dark background.

The skeletal structures are nestled within lush beds of vibrant green and deep purple mosses, surrounded by an abundant meadow arrangement. Brightly colored, textured strawflowers in shades of golden-yellow, burnt orange, crimson, and magenta are paired with fragrant sprigs of dried lavender and delicate field grasses. Spanning across multiple frame sizes, this striking collection forms a modular, living tapestry of memento mori art, designed to be arranged together as a unified display.

​Item Specifications:

• ​Included Pieces: A complete, matching 6-piece set of varying hexagonal sizes.
• ​Base: High-clarity, UV-resistant epoxy resin poured over a natural moss and botanical bed.
• ​Specimens: Real bone specimens (deer vertebrae), professionally cleaned, whitened, ethically sourced, and meticulously hand-detailed with metallic gold paint.
• Housing: Hand-finished wood hexagon frames in black with a striking metallic gold rim.

Processing & Shipping Time:

This curiosity is pre-made and currently held in the studio, awaiting its new home.

• Handling: Please allow 1–2 business days for me to personally secure your piece and prepare it for transit.
• Transit Time: Once dispatched, shipping typically takes 3–5 business days to arrive, depending on your location.

• Meticulous Packaging: Even though this piece is ready to go, I take the same precautions as I do with my custom commissions to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.

*** The photos in this listing are of the exact piece you will receive. Because this is a finished work, the composition of the bone and botanicals is set and cannot be altered.

Damages in Transit: I take the utmost care in securing the bones and glass for transit. However, due to the delicate nature of these preserved curiosities, occasional shifts or damages can happen. If your piece arrives damaged, please contact info@ossuaryandorchid.com within 48 hours of delivery with photos of the item and the packaging so I can arrange a repair or replacement.

Returns & Exchanges:  Because of the highly specialized and fragile nature of this memento mori, all sales on ready-to-ship items are final. Custom commissions are tailored specifically to your vision and are also non-refundable. If you have any concerns about your piece upon arrival, please reach out directly— I want you to be completely satisfied with your artwork.