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6 Animal & Sea Life Figurines from Peter Benchley’s Desk - Collection of six assorted animal and sea life figurines from the desk of author Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). The group includes a carved okimono-style figurine depicting five turtles on a woven basket, featuring a small rectangular inset signature plaque on the base with two incised characters in Japanese script. A carved shark figurine with black bead eyes is mounted to a separate carved base. A carved stone figurine of an owl is marked on the underside with the initials PB in blue ink. The set further includes a cast metal fish with a turquoise-colored inlay eye, a stylized yellow carved turtle figurine, and a natural stone painted with an orca motif. Tallest: 3 1/4” H. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.