<b>AUSTRALIAN PLATYPUS</b><br>
Cast bronze (or cold-cast bronze composite)<br>
Artist not identified from available photographs<br>
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<b>Dimensions:</b> Approximately 15-18 cm H x 20-23 cm L x 13-15 cm W (estimated)<br>
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<b>COA:</b> Not present<br>
<b>Condition:</b> Very Good. Patina appears even and well-preserved throughout. No chips, cracks, or losses to the sculpted surface. Fine detail of fur, webbed feet, and bill is crisp and intact.<br>
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A naturalistic sculpture of an Australian Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) in a forward-leaning, dynamic pose, perched on a branch element that rises from a circular creek-bed base. The base is detailed with small rocks, pebbles, and leaf forms representing a riverside habitat. The sculptor has captured the platypus with close attention to its distinctive features: the broad duck-like bill with defined nostrils, paddle-shaped tail with incised fur texture, webbed feet, and compact body. A dual patina treatment applies a warm golden-bronze to the body and branch highlights against a dark brown-black recessed base.<br>
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The underside of the base was not photographed and may carry an artist signature, edition number, or foundry mark not available in the current documentation. All information is as described.<br>
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<b>Specifications</b><br>
Artist: Not identified from available photographs<br>
Subject: Australian Platypus<br>
Medium: Cast bronze or cold-cast bronze composite<br>
Dimensions: Approx. 15-18 cm H x 20-23 cm L (estimated)<br>
Base: Circular, approx. 13-15 cm diameter<br>
COA: Not present<br>
Condition: Very Good

11621+5

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