8th Dec, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Taxidermy: Greater Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major), circa late 20th century, a juvenile full mount male clinging to a small tree stump, with head turning slightly to the left, above moss and soil covered groundwork, enclosed beneath a modern glass dome, raised upon a circular mahogany base, on three rubber feet, diameter 19cm, overall height 42cm
Sold for £160
Estimated at £120 - £180
Excellent condition overall no issues to report, feathers hold good original colour no fading, dome in very good condition no cracks or issues to report,
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 8th Dec, 2021
A superb quality auction comprising over 300 lots, including Victorian, Mid-Century, and modern Taxidermy and Natural History specimens by some of the most prolific and renowned taxidermy companies of the last 140 years, to include a private collection of cased Victorian birds and animals from a private vendor, numerous antique and modern African game trophies from various private vendors, rare and unusual Natural history specimens including a large Narwhal Tusk, and three wonderful Blonde Turtle shells.
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Tuesday 7 December 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am
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