8th Dec, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Taxidermy: Cape Blue Duiker (Philantomba monticola), dated 18/05/2209, Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, South Africa, a full mount adult mal with head turning back and to the right, stood with front foot raised upon grit and soil covered faux groundwork, right horn 5cm, left horn 5cm, overall animal length 53cm, height 37cm, overall length of base 65cm, depth 33cm, overall height 48cm, together with identification plaque
Sold for £320
Estimated at £350 - £450
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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