8th Dec, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Taxidermy: European Otter (Lutra lutra), dated 1923, by Henry Murray, Naturalist's & Taxidermist's, Bank Buildings, Carnforth, an adult Otter mask with head turning slightly to the right, mouth agape, mounted upon a period shaped oak shield, from the wall 18.5cm, with attached ivorine plaque "K & D.O.H, Lune, June 27, 1923", taxidermist's full large paper trade label to verso
Sold for £380
Estimated at £250 - £350
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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