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Prehistoric Fossil Fish Specimen

$2,640.44
£1,945
€2,280.14
CA$3,635.91
A$4,069.25
CHF 2,130.11
MX$49,434.06
NOK 27,046.97
SEK 25,523.44
DKK 17,013.89

About the Item

This rare fossil of a prehistoric fish is an impressive specimen originating from Brazil, preserved by time over millions of years. Mounted on a metal bracket with complementary stone base, it is a fantastic interior display piece, showcasing the anatomy of this impressive historic creature in intricate detail: from the fine bones of the head to the delicate scales of its body. A striking specimen of age-old natural history, this mounted fossilised fish would make quite the statement as the focal point of a display cabinet, filled with other prehistoric finds and curiosities, or as the focal point of a sideboard. Specimen only: W74 x H20 x 5.5 cm (W29.13 in x H7.87 in x D2.16 in) - Weight 7kg (15kg with base) Fossil to one side only.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 29.14 in (74 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Prehistoric
  • Condition:
    Historic repair to the centre from when it was first excavated. Naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. Formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9336701stDibs: LU2096338275642

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