A large antique 19th century museum cased taxidermy display
Code: 10162
Dimensions:
An impressive Victorian era museum taxidermy diorama of grand proportions.
This large arched pine case with three glazed panels, contains a contents of birds and mammals of the British Isles, including:-
- Northern lapwing
- Golden plover
- Curlew
- Wood Pigeon
- Pair of red squirrels
- Tawny Owl
- Weasel
- Willow tit
The case originated from Borstal Museum in Kent.
Cases of this size do not come onto the market too often.
The specimens have been nicely mounted amongst a naturalistic setting.
Dimensions:-
- 109.8cm widest point
- 47cm deep
- 76.3cm high
The case is in very good condition and structurally sound, with the original glass still present.
Some losses to some of the specimens, one red squirrel with the largest amount of damage.
Please consult the listing images to gauge the overall condition.
Collection in person from our showroom.
This item is only available for collection.
