Add a touch of curiosity and oddity to your collection with this hand-painted Fiji Mermaid sculpture, inspired by one of history’s most famous sideshow hoaxes.

The original Fiji Mermaid was first exhibited in the 1800s, a bizarre combination of fish and monkey parts presented as proof of mythical sea creatures. While the original was revealed to be a clever fake, it sparked fascination and became a legendary piece of carnival and curiosity lore.

✨ Details:

• Hand-painted with attention to detail

• Made to look aged and mysterious, just like a Victorian oddity

• Perfect for collectors of curiosities, oddities, and cabinet-of-wonder displays

• A fun conversation starter and unique gift for lovers of history and the bizarre

Bring a little of that 19th-century mystery home—whether you’re a fan of folklore, sideshow history, or just love something a little eerie and unusual.