A cased collection of specimen beetles

Late 19th or early 20th century 

With label to the reverse inscribed FABRIQUE DE CARTONNAGES, RUPRECHT DE JENZER, LAUPEN, Musterschutz No. 2802 

15.3/4in. (40 cm) x 10.3/4in. (27.3 cm)

Condition: One beetle detached and loose in the case. The paper lining to the inner and outer case worn and faded. The facia to the glazed cover restored with black tape around the edge. 

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