LARGE SHARK FOSSIL PLATE
HAKEL, LEBANON, UPPER CRETACEOUS, C. 100 MILLION YEARS B.P.
African & Oceanic Art, Natural History and Ancient Art
Auction: 30 July 2025 from 14:00 BST
Description
a rare and exceptionally large example of this extinct catshark, Scyliorhinus sp., originating from an old private collection, exhibiting fine preservation with notable three-dimensionality to the spine, along with well-defined fins, eyes, and mouth
Dimensions
plate 28.8 x 16.5cm, fossil 29.5cm long
Provenance
Pierre Gonin, Ontario, Canada