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Antique Wrought Iron Eel Fork Mounted on to a Basalt Rock

$580per set
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£436.01per set
£545.01per set20% Off
€505.47per set
€631.84per set20% Off
CA$809.77per set
CA$1,012.21per set20% Off
A$906.99per set
A$1,133.73per set20% Off
CHF 471.93per set
CHF 589.92per set20% Off
MX$11,015.28per set
MX$13,769.09per set20% Off
NOK 5,982.93per set
NOK 7,478.67per set20% Off
SEK 5,645.34per set
SEK 7,056.68per set20% Off
DKK 3,771.53per set
DKK 4,714.41per set20% Off
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About the Item

A wrought iron eel fork from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and a functional piece of art. Who ever made this made an extra effort to not just make it functional but also something beautiful to look at. And when that happens it is a special thing. Measures: length 53 cm width 23 cm. Would look amazing in a fish restaurant, bar, club or even in your home. In 2009 use of eel forks were prohibited by law in Denmark.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This eel fork is antique iron that of course has age related wear and patina but is in good condition presentable condition. Due to age related wear it is no longer sharp.
  • Seller Location:
    Søborg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3823132642932

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