SPECIMEN FISH IN CASE.
CARVED MODEL ON WOOD PANEL.
SPECIMEN FISH IN CASE.
The following are approximate prices for preserving and mounting specimens in cases of various shapes. Written estimates can always be obtained on application—
Fish, 1 lb. weight ... from 8/0 up to 16/0 | } | According to style of case, &c. | { | Fish, 12 lb. weight ... from £2 to £3 |
,, 8 lb. weight... from 30/0 up to 47/6 | ,, above these weights at proportionate prices. |
As fish for mounting require a considerable time for drying and “setting” properly, the execution of an order for even a single specimen usually takes at least 3 months, and sometimes much longer.
Carved and Painted Wood Models of Specimen Fish on Wood Panels (as illustrated) for hanging on a wall.
Customers desiring to have mementoes of Specimen Fish, can obtain the same in Wood accurately carved and correctly coloured. All that is required is the outline of the Specimen on a sheet of paper, the weight and girth should also be stated for the carver’s guidance, and any special detail as to colouring. Prices according to size of fish; for instance a 20 to 30 lb. Salmon costs about £3 0 0. Carved Specimen on view in Department.
MOUNTING AND CASING BIRDS. Approximate Prices for Mounting and Casing Birds.