A hippo skull
late 19th century
mounted on shield
the shield 64cm
| Condition: |
Teeth all present, the bone shows signs of weathering(?) so maybe the skull was found as opposed to be a trphy. Old restoration to fron left rostrum. Sutures have opened again either suggesting weathering or an old specimen. there are no further details to confirm either way. |
| Dimensions: |
64 x 48 x 42cm |
| Mount: |
age unkn ow but appears to have some age |
| Estimate: |
£2,000 - £3,000
|
Bidding ended. Lot is unsold.
Natural History, Taxidermy
