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& i adore the lovely bones that gifted to us. nothing says “welcome to our dojo” better than a bovine pelvis 🦴🐄🖤*not f...
12/24/2022

& i adore the lovely bones that gifted to us. nothing says “welcome to our dojo” better than a bovine pelvis 🦴🐄🖤

*not for sale*

the rotten plum here! we are working on a project w some bones we have been collecting — stay tuned to find out more 🦴
11/18/2022

the rotten plum here! we are working on a project w some bones we have been collecting — stay tuned to find out more 🦴

🚨adoption needed🚨in search of a stable home environment. twin & a tattoo artist, can go relatively long periods without ...
06/20/2022

🚨adoption needed🚨

in search of a stable home environment. twin & a tattoo artist, can go relatively long periods without eating, will always ensure fridge is stocked with energy drinks, loves pizza, only bites when provoked.

*for sale, message for details*

👹puppet master👺a marionette is a type of puppet controlled from above using wires or strings depending on regional varia...
06/12/2022

👹puppet master👺

a marionette is a type of puppet controlled from above using wires or strings depending on regional variations.

the origin of the marionette dates back to ancient times — historians believe that puppetry & marionettes predate actors in theatre. marionettes have been used for ceremonies & rituals since the ancient period as well.

the rotten plum has an extremely interesting set of antique marionettes on display! you can find us located within in stuart, florida! online sales are open as well.

🦨mummified skunk & raccoon paw🦝a mummy is a deceased human or animal whose soft tissues & organs have been preserved int...
05/25/2022

🦨mummified skunk & raccoon paw🦝

a mummy is a deceased human or animal whose soft tissues & organs have been preserved intentionally or through natural exposure.

mummies are generally divided into two categories: anthropogenic or spontaneous. anthropogenic mummies are deliberately preserved for various reasons — the main one relating to religion & spirituality. spontaneous mummies are created as a result of natural conditions such as extremely dry heat or cold, or acidic & anaerobic conditions.

the chinchorro mummies are the oldest examples of artificially mummified human remains, dating nearly two thousand years before the ancient egyptian mummies. the chinchorro culture performed the act of mummification on all members of their society, rather than reserving this mostly for members of society that are deemed elite. that being said, mummification in egyptian culture was not necessarily inaccessible to certain ranks of society, but sometimes particular processes & methods were utilized depending on status.

the preservation of the dead has had a significant impact on egyptian religious practices. egyptians saw the preservation of the body after death as an important step to living well in the afterlife. the preservation of animals was common in egyptian culture, as animals were a large part of their society. animals were typically mummified for four main purposes: to allow beloved pets to move on to the afterlife, to act as offerings to gods, to provide food in the afterlife, or because some animals were seen as physical manifestations of deities that the egyptians worshipped.

we are always constantly looking to add to our mummy collection! these two paws are currently for sale to anyone interested in authentic mummified animal paws.

*for sale, message for details*

✨artist spotlight✨ is a local artist that creates incredible pieces primarily utilizing masking tape.several of his piec...
05/19/2022

✨artist spotlight✨

is a local artist that creates incredible pieces primarily utilizing masking tape.

several of his pieces are on display at in stuart, florida. tattoo artist & owner of pegasus, , has been so kind to host the rotten plum & our collection! come take a gander & get tatted while you’re at it!

🎶loving you was like loving the dead🧟‍♀️*SOLD*
05/11/2022

🎶loving you was like loving the dead🧟‍♀️

*SOLD*

in medicine, urinary catheters are used to drain the bladder or to inject liquids into the body that are used for treati...
05/03/2022

in medicine, urinary catheters are used to drain the bladder or to inject liquids into the body that are used for treating or diagnosing certain bladder conditions. the process of insertion involves the catheter being inserted into the urethra & into the bladder.

the concept of urinary catheters has existed for over 3,500 years. ancient romans & egyptians recorded utilizing reeds, an order of tall & grasslike wetland plants, to relieve urinary retention. in china, the long & hollow leaves of allium were used. it wasn’t until medieval times that the silver catheter became more prominent in medicine. throughout these times, as well as through the renaissance, catheterization was performed in an upright or kneeling position (ahhh, my knees!)

the catheter continued to undergo improvement & a *little* experimentation (narwhal tusks, whale bones, ivory) before reaching a significant milestone — the implementation of rubber & elastic gum. scientists & manufacturers attempted to put various ideas involving both into practice, but all continued to encounter several issues ranging from rubber quality to encrustation & fragments of the instrument being left in the body. it wasn’t until the invention of vulcanization that the properties of rubber began to improve. we can thank self-taught, american chemist, charles goodyear for vulcanized rubber & not having to deal with narwhal tusks or fragments being abandoned in our insides!

over the years, urinary catheters continued to improve & evolve. the devices are now made of latex, silicone, or polyurethane & much less painful…when inserted correctly.

the rotten plum presents to you, an antique urinary catheter! you can find this model in henry hollingsworth smith’s 1852 book on operative surgery. (anyone in possession of ANY of his literature, please reach out!)

we look forward to placing this on display in our BRICK & MORTAR location! hint hint, this will be in stuart, florida.

⛑vintage first aid supplies⛑the concept of first aid has been recorded historically for ages, particularly in relation t...
04/30/2022

⛑vintage first aid supplies⛑

the concept of first aid has been recorded historically for ages, particularly in relation to warfare. greek pottery dating back to c. 500 BC reflects the bandaging of battle wounds & many roman accounts reference first aid being performed by combat medics or good samaritians.

the primary goal of first aid is to prevent further injury or death. throughout time, first aid training spread through various organizations in fields related to high risk activities like railways or ports.

modern first aid kits were inspired by johnson & johnson after company founder, robert wood johnson, boarded a train to colorado for his vacation. johnson met the chief surgeon for the denver & rio grande railway and discussed the harsh realities & dangers for those assisting in railway construction. the lack of medical supplies & specialty care was in demand for these workers; change & advancement was needed. after this exchange, the first commercial first aid kit was released in 1888.

medicine has made incredible advancements since then! it is lovely to note that some of the greatest ideas come from simply striking up a conversation & taking initiative. vintage medical supplies & devices are always something that we are interested in collecting — feel free to share yours or message us to sell!

this small lot of supplies is for sale — message us for details!

*SOLD*

gnezdovo is an archeological site located near the village of gnyozdovo in russia. gnezdovo was first discovered in 1867...
04/30/2022

gnezdovo is an archeological site located near the village of gnyozdovo in russia. gnezdovo was first discovered in 1867 when workmen were installing a new railway line. imagine — stumbling upon tenth century jewelry by chance!

the site is believed to have been a slavic-varangian settlement that flourished in the tenth century as a major trade route.

this helm is a reproduction of an artifact that was recovered at gnezdovo. the original artifact is believed to have been crafted in the ninth or tenth century.

this helm is quite the beauty! it is a slightly newer addition to the rotten plum collection, but we are so grateful it has found it’s home!

🕷creature feature🕷the mexican blond tarantula (aphonopelma chalcodes) is a new world tarantula commonly spotted in south...
04/28/2022

🕷creature feature🕷

the mexican blond tarantula (aphonopelma chalcodes) is a new world tarantula commonly spotted in southwestern deserts — typically within arizona & mexico.

these critters are considered a slow growing species, often taking years to reach maturity. other than mating season, they do not frequently leave their burrows. when the males reach 10-12 years of age, they begin searching for a mate. shortly after mating, males leave the female & continue the season in pursuit of other conquests. males do not typically survive long after mating — some pass due to elements, predators, or become a delicious meal for the female.

take a gander at our a. chalcodes on display!

*not for sale*

🚨adoption alert🚨looking for a forever home. quiet, introspective, doesn’t scratch, gets along with horses & other farm a...
04/28/2022

🚨adoption alert🚨

looking for a forever home. quiet, introspective, doesn’t scratch, gets along with horses & other farm animals, has hidden shapeshifting abilities.

*for sale, message directly for details*

*SOLD*

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