Rostrum of swordfish (Medium)
Rostrum of swordfish (Medium)
The swordfish (of Latin Gladius) has to its name to the aspect of its rostrum (or beak), similar to a blade of sword, and to its capacity split the water uninhibitedly and the speed.
The rostra of swordfish are traditionally of use to the manufacturing of weapons in New Guinea.
Material: bone
Origin: Indonesia
Polishes and varnishes
Non-contractual Photos. All the peaks are different
Dimensions: between 84 and 88cm with base (9x9cm)
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Ref A
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Rostrum of swordfish (Medium)
