Jonas Rathaj

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Exceptional hippopotamus tooth (Hippopotamus amphibius) mounted on an elegant bronze stand featuring a mythical chimera. This unique piece combines the impressive natural character of this historic specimen with the refinement of artistic bronze craftsmanship.

The natural shape of the tooth, enhanced by a decorative mount inspired by mythology, creates a remarkable piece blending natural curiosity, craftsmanship, and symbolism.

An ideal artwork for a cabinet of curiosities, a natural history collection, or an exceptional interior.

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Exceptionnelle dent d’hippopotame commun (Hippopotamus amphibius) montée sur un élégant support en bronze orné d’une chimère fantastique. Cette pièce unique associe la puissance de ce rare élément d’histoire naturelle au raffinement d’un travail artistique en bronze.

La forme naturelle de la dent, sublimée par un montage décoratif inspiré de l’univers mythologique, en fait une pièce remarquable mêlant curiosité naturelle, artisanat et symbolisme.

Une œuvre idéale pour un cabinet de curiosités, une collection d’histoire naturelle ou une décoration d’exception.

English

Exceptional hippopotamus tooth (Hippopotamus amphibius) mounted on an elegant bronze stand featuring a mythical chimera. This unique piece combines the impressive natural character of this historic specimen with the refinement of artistic bronze craftsmanship.

The natural shape of the tooth, enhanced by a decorative mount inspired by mythology, creates a remarkable piece blending natural curiosity, craftsmanship, and symbolism.

An ideal artwork for a cabinet of curiosities, a natural history collection, or an exceptional interior.

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Hippopotamus Taxidermy full body mount - Hippopotamus amphibius - 28 cm - 32 cm - 5 cm - CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - 1

1910 - France

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A hippopotamus tooth (Hippopotamus amphibius), dated 1910, is mounted on a bronze stand adorned with a mythical chimera.

Hippopotamus Taxidermy full body mount - Hippopotamus amphibius - 28 cm - 32 cm - 5 cm - CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - 1

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A hippopotamus tooth (Hippopotamus amphibius), dated 1910, is mounted on a bronze stand adorned with a mythical chimera.

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