Vertebrae & Vermilion

This 9-inch matte black coffin shadowbox frames a delicate, hand-curated vignette that bridges the natural and the macabre. Centered against a deep black background, it contains a miniature twine-bound bouquet.

​At its heart sits a single, striking dried orange-red rosebud, surrounded by a lush bed of preserved baby's breath and vibrant green fern fronds. Weaved subtly into this botanical arrangement are responsibly sourced snake vertebrae, their intricate forms mimicking the natural texture of the dried stems. The bouquet is tied with natural hemp twine and encased in resin for preservation.

Item Specifications:

• Base: High-gloss, pour-cast epoxy resin for a crystal clear finish.
• Specimens: All bones are real, professionally cleaned, whitened, and responsibly sourced.
• Housing: 9" Hand-finished wood coffin frame in black.
• Quality: Every piece is a unique work of art; no two skeletons or floral arrangements are identical.

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 it 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.