Vintage Educational Plaster Bust of Pithecanthropus (Java Man) – Unique Anthropology Decor

$184.57

Shipping to United States: $123.05

A rare and unique vintage plaster bust depicting Pithecanthropus (Java Man, Homo erectus erectus), an ancient hominid species dating back 700,000 to 2,000,000 years.

Originally made in Bulgaria for university educational use, this bust features the engraved word ПИТЕКАНТРОП in Cyrillic (meaning Pithecanthropus). It has been thoughtfully repainted with a glossy dark-brown finish, enhancing its visual impact while preserving its historic character.

Details:

Material: Plaster with glossy dark-brown paint

Dimensions: 34 cm high × 23 cm wide × 22 cm deep

Weight: 3.10 kg

Condition: Good vintage condition with some chips and scratches consistent with age and repainting

Perfect as an original decorative piece or a gift for anthropology and evolutionary biology enthusiasts, educators, or collectors interested in human origins.

Shipping & Packing Information

We take great care in packing all items to ensure they arrive safely. Whenever possible, we use recycled materials and old boxes—because we care about nature and want to reduce waste 🌍♻️

For European shipping, we mainly use DPD and the Bulgarian Post.

For international orders (USA, Australia, and others), we use the Bulgarian Post.

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Estimated shipping times

  • North America : 12 - 15 business days
  • Europe : 7 - 10 business days

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