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A marine specimen: the piranha fish, Italy 1880.
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Taxodermy marine natural Wunderkammer specimen, embalmed Piranha fishes (Serrasalmus Brandtii). The Specimen is stuffed and mounted over a laquered wooden base black color. Italy circa 1880.
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Milan, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU917143308872
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