2nd Sep, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Taxidermy: A Wall Mounted Barn Owl (Tito alba), dated 1998, by David Astley, Taxidermist, York, a high quality full mount adult female with head turning to the right, perched upon a short wooden beam, set against a faux brick back drop, width 39cm, overall height 41cm, bearing taxidermist's full paper trade label to verso.
with Cites Article 10 (non transferable) licence no. 617011/01
Sold for £380
Estimated at £250 - £350
Condition report - Lot 251 Wall Mounted Barn Owl.
This example of a Barn Owl has been cherished by the owner, it has not left their possession since it was originally mounted, it was kept high on a wall out of the direct sunlight and is in excellent condition, no signs of any moth or insect damage.
Best regards
Robbie Bright
Taxidermy Specialist
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