Sale NH0903 Lot 249

RAPTOR LEG
Oviraptor philoceratops
Cretaceous
Central Asia
The oviraptor was one of the most bird-like of non-avian dinosaurs, and one can immediately imagine its swift, light-footed gait from this superb presentation of a mounted leg section. Comprising tibia, metatarsal and phalanges, it is raised on a curved slender foot, the four sectional toes terminating in long wicked-looking claws. The foot displays particularly fine preservation and bone patina, and the whole piece measures 23 inches high, mounted to appear free-standing on a metal armature and oak base.
Estimate $14,000-16,000