Smeedijzeren palingsteker (1880-1900)) - Working tool Antique

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Antique wrought-iron eel spear from France dating to 1880–1900, measuring 23.3 cm high, 10.9 cm wide and 2.2 cm deep, weighing 345 g, with seven elongated teeth and a worn patina visible in good condition.

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Beautifully crafted antique wrought iron eel spear, equipped with 7 elongated teeth ending in sharp points. Five of these teeth are fitted with a row of small barbs along all the edges, and the two outermost teeth are equipped with barbs on the inside, preventing the eel or fish from escaping.
This decorative and sturdy eel spear is handcrafted and professionally made by a blacksmith, showcasing fine craftsmanship.
Used in good condition with a nice patina.
This type of eel spear was often used by poachers in the past and could also have been used to catch other types of fish.
This eel staker is a decorative wrought iron piece for your collection or to enhance your interior decor.
Carefully packed and sent via registered mail with track and trace.

Beautifully crafted antique wrought iron eel spear, equipped with 7 elongated teeth ending in sharp points. Five of these teeth are fitted with a row of small barbs along all the edges, and the two outermost teeth are equipped with barbs on the inside, preventing the eel or fish from escaping.
This decorative and sturdy eel spear is handcrafted and professionally made by a blacksmith, showcasing fine craftsmanship.
Used in good condition with a nice patina.
This type of eel spear was often used by poachers in the past and could also have been used to catch other types of fish.
This eel staker is a decorative wrought iron piece for your collection or to enhance your interior decor.
Carefully packed and sent via registered mail with track and trace.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer-Brand
Smeedijzeren palingsteker (1880-1900))
Weight
345 g
Iron type
Wrought iron
Over 200 years old
No
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
France
Material
Iron
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
23.3 cm
Width
10.9 cm
Depth
2.2 cm
Estimated period
1880-1900
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Objects sold
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