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Giant Victorian Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle

$38,340.59
£28,536.79
€32,000
CA$52,517.03
A$58,410.40
CHF 30,500.10
MX$710,792.45
NOK 389,532.77
SEK 365,313.02
DKK 243,604.83
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About the Item

An extremely rare giant Victorian taxidermy Loggerhead sea turtle England, 19th century The extremely large animal with a nice patina, with some parts professionally restored and hand-painted. Measure: L. 170 cm Provenance: Private collection, United Kingdom.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)Depth: 66.93 in (170 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some damages to the limbs have been restored and hand-painted, the carapace was overall painted which we removed and conservatively restored. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5458223635872

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