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What is a sawfish rostrum?
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A rostrum is the part of a sawfish that gives the sawfish its name. It is long and flat with teeth-like scales that vary in size depending on each sawfish. Sawfish rostrums are a popular display piece due to their unique and distinctive shape. Shop a selection of sawfish rostrums on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of Sawfish Rostrums / Bills
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of sawfish rostrums / bills mounted on aluminum and lucite custom bases in the style of
Category
Antique Early 1900s Hollywood Regency Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
$3,900 / set
Antique Sawfish Rostrum on Stand
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare and striking sawfish rostrum presented on a custom stand. This natural object, with its
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Nautical Objects
Materials
Bone
Resin and Steel Sawfish Shaped Sculpture
By Viktor Mtz 1
Located in Mexico City, MX
An unusual dark resin sculpture in the shape of a sawfish rostrum by Mexican artist Viktor Martínez
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Large Sawfish Bill Rostrum Trophy Mounted on Chrome, Lucite, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Large Sawfish Bill Rostrum Trophy Mounted on Chrome, Lucite, 1970s
Offered for sale is a vey
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mounted Objects
Materials
Chrome
$6,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Signed Anthony Redmile Sawfish Decorative Objects Mounted on Brass Bases, 1970s
By Anthony Redmile London
Located in Atlanta, GA
, features signed sawfish rostrums, showcasing the unique and striking aspect of natural history art. Mounted
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects
Materials
Brass