TAXIDERMY WHITING 6LBS CAUGHT BY BRO. CE LAYNE WOOLER C1925

Antique Taxidermy Fish Whiting Rattler Fish C1925

A fine example of early 20th Century Taxidermy
Featuring a Whiting Rattler in a bespoke presentation case
with a glass front and hinged lid.
Exhibits include Whiting, portion of original rod,
Charlies Ranger fly and a piece of line.

A hand written dedication taken from the diary of Bro C.E.Layne,Wooler (Northumberland)

23/1/1925 3.23am, south gale, very wet,
Charlies ranger fly, Whiting Rattler Length 2' 7-3/4" girth 15"
Weight 6lbs plus, Took 1.75 hrs to land
This piece is dated 1925

Dimensions
9.75" (24.5 cm) High
14.25" (36 cm) Wide
3.25" (8 cm) deep front to back
1.1 kg Weight(Unpacked weight)
All weights and sizes approx.

Condition appraisal
Condition commensurate with age
Presented in totally original condition, with appealing patina,
No apparent repairs or serious damage
Please examine the photos to get a clear understanding of the piece