{"product_id":"antique-primitive-italian-fish-spear-hand-forged-iron-fishing-tool-venetian-folk-art","title":"Antique Primitive Italian Fish Spear – Hand Forged Iron Fishing Tool – Venetian Folk Art","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Primitive Italian Fish Spear – Hand Forged Iron Folk Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extraordinary example of primitive Italian craftsmanship, this antique multi-pronged fishing spear head originates from the traditional fishing culture of the Venetian lagoon region, historically associated with Chioggia, Italy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-forged from iron, this remarkable object features a dramatic fan-shaped arrangement of curved, barbed prongs surrounding a prominent central spike. Its distinctive sculptural silhouette and deeply aged surface reflect the character of traditional European fishing implements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark, naturally oxidized iron displays a rich, timeworn patina, with irregularities and visible forging marks that contribute to its authentic primitive appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce a practical fishing implement, this piece now offers exceptional decorative appeal. Its striking form makes it especially suitable for primitive farmhouse interiors, rustic coastal homes, European country houses, industrial spaces, and curated collections of antique folk art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed as a sculptural object or incorporated into a wall arrangement with other antique tools, it brings a sense of history and old-world craftsmanship to any interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique multi-pronged fishing spear head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primitive, Rustic, Coastal Folk Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Veneto, Italy (traditional Chioggia type)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-forged iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 7.1 inches (18 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique; exact date undetermined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Naturally aged, dark oxidized iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with visible oxidation, irregularities, and age-related wear, as shown in the photographs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Primitive Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aged surface is an essential part of this object's beauty. Its rustic appearance and historical character make it particularly attractive to collectors of primitive antiques and traditional European tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplimentary shipping to the United States.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImport duties and customs charges are included in the listed price. No additional import duties will be charged to the buyer, provided the shipment is processed under the stated delivery terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully packaged for secure international transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive piece of Italian maritime folk heritage, selected for its sculptural presence, authentic character, and primitive beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barone Reitano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59138250408319,"sku":null,"price":960.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1046\/3782\/5407\/files\/1_4c136fa7-4a8f-4d01-8ff3-e8188ef6d711.jpg?v=1794241573","url":"https:\/\/baronereitano.com\/products\/antique-primitive-italian-fish-spear-hand-forged-iron-fishing-tool-venetian-folk-art","provider":"Barone Reitano. All Rights Reserved.  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