Medium
Each Christopher Marley piece is created using pristine, natural, preserved specimens as a medium. Specimens are reclaimed, bred, or harvested from dozens of countries on every inhabited continent. Vertebrates are always reclaimed after they die of natural or incidental causes while invertebrates are sustainably collected in their various countries of origin, offering local catchers a powerful financial incentive to protect and guard their habitats to ensure the continued survival of the very species they collect.  Marley’s work preserves for generations what would otherwise be discarded and lost forever. 

Color      
Out of the millions of species on the planet, Christopher usually only chooses to work with those that have an amazing color story to tell. The brilliant, metallic coloration seen in certain beetles, butterflies, crystals, birds, feathers, and other artifacts are not enhanced.  

There are a few instances where color is restored.  For example, most leaf mimic insects fade quickly so Christopher restores them to their original green.  Tropical fish and reptiles can lose some color in the preservation process, so color restoration can also be necessary for those instances.

Care   
Like all fine artwork, Christopher Marley pieces should be stored and displayed in a climate-controlled environment, away from exposure to direct sunlight.  The environment in most homes in the Western world is entirely adequate.  Humidity levels should be kept under 60%.   

Shipping
Shipping transit times will vary by destination and method (larger pieces may need to ship on a pallet to ensure safe arrival).  

In the event artwork is damaged in transit, report the damage within 48 hours and we’ll replace or repair your piece. For more details visit Terms and Conditions.

International
Mineral and fossil pieces can ship internationally without additional documentation.  Since we work exclusively with properly permitted specimens, pieces that use natural organisms (feathers, insects, shells, etc) must be inspected by US Fish and Wildlife, which adds additional steps to the process, handling, storage, and inspection fees (per shipment) will apply.

Returns     
All sales are final. In the event artwork is damaged in transit, report the damage within 48 hours and we’ll replace or repair your piece.