Mantelliceras Ammonite Wall Table AGA-mensa© Aluminium Gold

The AGA-Mensa Series reimagines one of nature's most extraordinary forms as a contemporary architectural object, bringing together prehistoric natural history, specialist craftsmanship, and refined modern design.

At the centre of each piece is an authentic Mantelliceras ammonite, preserved within its original limestone matrix and displaying a naturally developed palette of soft creams, ivory whites, and warm mineral browns. Formed over more than 100 million years, each specimen possesses its own distinctive character, with subtle variations in colour, preservation, and geological composition ensuring that no two examples are ever alike.

Prepared to the highest standards by craftsmen with more than three decades of specialist experience, every ammonite undergoes an exacting restoration and preparation process using advanced penning and precision air-abrasive techniques. This meticulous approach reveals the finest details of the fossil while maintaining the integrity, authenticity, and natural beauty of the original specimen.

The fossil is presented within a bespoke aluminium framework engineered to complement rather than compete with the ammonite itself. Extending discreetly to the uppermost point of the fossil, the slim architectural structure supports a precision-cut glass shelf. The result is a visually lightweight composition that appears to float effortlessly against the wall, combining sculptural presence with practical function.

Whether positioned beside a bed, within a private study, or as part of a carefully curated living space, the AGA-Mensa Series introduces a level of individuality rarely encountered in contemporary interiors. It is neither conventional furniture nor traditional fossil display, but a thoughtful fusion of both, an object that carries the weight of geological time while serving a purpose within the modern home.

Created exclusively for the AGA-Mensa Series and unavailable through conventional retail channels, each piece represents a singular opportunity to acquire an authentic prehistoric specimen presented in a format seldom seen outside private collections. More than a decorative feature, it is an enduring object of provenance, craftsmanship, and natural significance, selected not simply for how it looks today, but for the story it will continue to tell for generations to come.

Fabrication timeline estimate: 60-90 days.
Genus: Mantelliceras Ammonite
Age: Cretaceous, 110,000,000 to 120,000,000 years
Origin: Atlas Mountain Range [AMR], N. Africa [NWA]
Ammonite specimens vary in size and colour
Weight KG: 10-40]