30th Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Natural History & Taxidermy
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Taxidermy: A Lilac-Breasted Roller (Coracias caudatus), dated 2022, by Bob Ellis, Taxidermy, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, a superb high quality full mount adult perched atop a short dry tree branch, with head turning slightly to the left, above rock and pebble covered groundwork beneath, enclosed within a modern circular glass dome with original mahogany base, diameter 24cm, overall height 51cm, signed and dated pebble to interior groundwork.
Sold for £420
Estimated at £500 - £700
Auction: Natural History & Taxidermy, 30th Nov, 2022
The Natural History sales cover a wealth of collecting areas, from pre-historic giant clam shells and mineral specimens, to Victorian collector’s cabinets and historic full mount pieces with a focus on Victorian and Edwardian taxidermy by the leading firms of the era.
This sale is now closed for Entries. To enquire about consigning for our next sale in early 2023 please contact Robbie Bright
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