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Lot 54: A Trio of Large Shipwreck and Rock Formation Aquarium Ornaments
A set of three large-scale aquarium decorations crafted from molded polyresin. The collection comprises two sections of a sunken galleon and a central craggy rock archway. The shipwreck pieces consist of a bow and a stern section, both featuring detailed cast elements such as simulated wooden hull planking, open cannon ports, and molded rope detailing on the mast stumps. The bow section is further decorated with a circular relief medallion depicting a coiled dragon or sea-serpent. The rock formation is textured to simulate natural weathered stone with a central cave-like opening. All pieces are finished with a multi-tonal hand-painted wash, including green and pink accents intended to represent algae and coral growth. These items are in the style of aquarium ornament manufacturers such as SLOCME or Underwater Treasures.
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