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A specimen from Wunderkammer: the tail of a barracuda fish. Italy 1870.
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A specimen from Wunderkammer: the tail of a barracuda fish (sphyraena barracuda). An example of a natural specimen intended to be suspended, consists of the tail of a barracuda (sphyraena barracuda). This is mounted on a chiselled bronze foil element, depicting acanthus leaves and fruits. An upper hook allowed hanging. Italy circa 1870.
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917136382752
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