A cabinet of curiosities, also known as a "wonder room," is a collection of rare, strange, exotic, or historical objects, often gathered for their unique and intriguing nature. These cabinets were popular from the 16th to the 18th century and were typically owned by private collectors, scientists, nobles, or wealthy merchants.

Cabinets of curiosities often consisted of various types of objects, such as natural specimens, fossils, minerals, seashells, taxidermy animals, archaeological artifacts, relics, antiques, scientific instruments, paintings, sculptures, maps, rare books, medical curiosities, cultural curiosities, and many other things.

These collections were a way for wealthy and educated individuals of the time to explore and study the natural world, culture, and history, while demonstrating their wealth and social status. Cabinets of curiosities were often organized in a chaotic manner, with objects displayed artistically and eclectically, creating a mysterious and fascinating atmosphere.

Over time, cabinets of curiosities played an important role in the development of science and knowledge. They contributed to the emergence of disciplines such as natural history, archaeology, anthropology, and botany by promoting observation, study, and classification of objects.

Today, the spirit of cabinets of curiosities continues to influence museums and art and science exhibitions, where collections of diverse objects are presented to stimulate curiosity, wonder, and learning.