A hippo skull
late 19th century
mounted on shield
Condition: |
Teeth all present, the bone shows signs of weathering(?) so maybe the skull was found as opposed to be a trophy. 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 unknown but appears to have some age |
Estimate: |
£1,200 - £1,800
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Hammer price:
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£2,100 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.