Vintage Soviet Era Faux Fish Eye Souvenir / Paperweight
Made in USSR (1980-1989) • Mid-Century Weird & Oddities CollectibleUp for sale is a fascinating and highly unique vintage souvenir from the late Soviet Union era (1980s).
This handmade piece is an artistic imitation of a giant marine creature\'s eye (often styled or sold in coastal regions as a \"Marlin eye\" or \"Tuna eye\"). It is an authentic item from the USSR period, showcasing the unique folk art and craftsmanship of that time.The sculpture is masterfully crafted using a combination of layered mixed materials (polymer clay, pigments, acrylics) to recreate the lifelike organic texture of the sclera and a brilliant blue iris, all encapsulated under a thick, heavy layer of high-gloss polished epoxy resin that works like a natural lens.Item Specifications:
- Era / Country of Origin: 1980-1989 / USSR (Soviet Union)
- Material: Epoxy resin, polymer composite materials, pigments
- Shape / Theme: Taxidermy style / Faux Giant Fish Eyeball / All-Seeing Eye
- Diameter: 75 mm (approx. 2.95 inches)
- Height: 50 mm (approx. 1.96 inches)
- Weight: 90 grams
Condition:
Good vintage condition with a beautiful glossy finish. There are minor, natural signs of age/shelf wear and small internal imperfections or faint surface micro-scratches typical for 40-year-old resin items (please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description).Perfect for collectors of Soviet vintage curiosities, oddities, taxidermy art, paperweights, or unique nautical-themed home decor!
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