20th Apr, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Antlers/Horns: Barasingha or Swamp Deer (Cervus duvauceli duvauceli), circa late 19th century, a set of well formed adult stag antlers on cut upper skull cap, 18 points (9+9), widest span 65cm, height 82cm, mounted upon a rustic shaped shield, painted number 4 to shield, reference within game book entry, - "This stags head, was shot by me and my uncle at the same time, i do not know the name of it, but remember long ago someone called it a horse deer, which is no doubt incorrect".
With CITES Article 10 (non-transferable) licence no.610847/01
Sold for £150
Estimated at £150 - £250
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 20th Apr, 2022
To include a collection of Indian and European Game Trophies from Kilberry Castle, Argyll. Many of the trophies date from the second half of the 19th century, with rare and historical specimens including Asian Water Buffalos, Astor Markhors, Bengal Tigers, Indian Leopards and Himalayan Tahr.
Entries are now invited for the next Natural History & Taxidermy Sale on 2 September 2022
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Tuesday 19 April 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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