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Pair of Edwardian Taxidermy Candlesticks
Located in London, GB
An unusual pair of taxidermy candlesticks, modelled from the fore legs and hooves of a deer, with hammered copper sconces, on carved oak bases.
Category
Early 1900s British Used Taxidermy
$802 / set
Vintage Belgian Taxidermy Ekster
Magpie
Bird
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage Belgian taxidermy Ekster (in flemish) Magpie bird. In overall good condition with beautiful iridescent feathers.
Please note that we do not ship taxidermy to the USA, if y...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Used Taxidermy
Taxidermied Life-Like Weasel on Natural Pine Base, Czecholovakia, circa 1930s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful hunting trophy from a castle in Slovakia. The white weasel was taxidermied and used hanging on the walls of the hunting trophy room. Very life-like. Taxidermied beautifully...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bohemian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Organic Material, Pine
Victorian Juvenile Giraffe Hide
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
This is a nice country house juvenile giraffe skin rug / hide. It is in used condition with areas of wear and tear that comes with items like this, the color is still in good order w...
Category
1880s African Victorian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Hide
Crocodile Taxidermy, circa 1930
Located in Sint Annaland, NL
Crocodile taxidermy, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century American Country Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin
Maison Maison Antique Metallic Applique Initial Pillows
By Suzanne Duin
Located in Houston, TX
Assortment of 19th century metallic initial pillows framed by metallic French Galon or fringe on silk velvet. Pillow sizes vary from 6" x 10" to 7" x 12" and come in rich hues of tau...
Category
19th Century French Used Taxidermy
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Alps Marmot Sewn on a Green Fabric
Located in Raalte, NL
Vintage Marmot skin with head and claws sewn on a green fabric (light wear), second half of 20th century.
The measurements are,
Depth 87 cm/ 34.2 inch.
Width 57 cm/ 22.4 inch.
...
Category
20th Century European Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin
Monumental Set of Edwardian Wapiti / Elk Antlers
Located in Pickering, North Yorkshire
A monumental pair of antlers, Wapiti (Cervus Elaphus Nelsoni).
Mounted on the original backboard with the name Wapiti inscribed to the reverse of the shield.
The skull has been sp...
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Edwardian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Antler
Softshell Turtle Dogania Subplana Specimen
Located in Marseille, FR
A softshell turtle skeleton, on base.
Specimen of Dogania Subplana.
circa 1950
Dimensions: Height 32 cm, (height with base 34cm), width 32 cm.
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
Pair of Softshell Turtle Dogania Subplana Specimen, 1950
Located in Marseille, FR
1950 pair of softshell turtle skeletons on base. Specimen of Dogania Subplana.
Measures: The large one is 18.5 cm high without base (20.5 cm with base), and 20 cm wide.
The small i...
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
Twelve Conus Leopardus Shells
Located in Concord, MA
Twelve Conus Leopardus (Leopard Cone) shells. Range of sizes: 3-4 inches, diameter: 2 inches.
Note: Leopard snails are most prevalent in the Indo-Pacific Region and are one of th...
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Shell
Flying Duck Taxidermy, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Zohor, SK
Impressive and very life like taxidermy sculpture of a flying duck. The duck was originally placed in a hunting castle in the middle of Slovakia and it was created in the 1930s. The ...
Category
Early 20th Century Slovak Bohemian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Wood, Feathers
Antique Lifesize Bull Head Taxidermy
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique lifesize bull head taxidermy with glass eyes and beautiful wooden back board. It has hanging hardware on the back.
Category
1930s European Used Taxidermy
Materials
Horn, Hide
Crocodile Waiter 4
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
These amusing Victorian taxidermy studies of crocodiles holding card trays are rare classics of the late 19th century when there was in interest in all aspects of the natural world. ...
Category
Late 19th Century Used Taxidermy
$2,674
Male Full Mount Taxidermy Burchell
s Plains Zebra on Ebonized Stand
Located in London, GB
A wonderful example of a male taxidermy full mount South African Burchell's (Plains) Zebra: Equus Quagga, on ebonized stand.
Category
2010s South African Used Taxidermy
Materials
Zebra Hide
Pair of Faux Resin Elephant Tusks on Ebonized Bases
Located in London, GB
Fantastic pair of large faux resin elephant tusks on shaped ebonized bases. Wonderful realistic quality.
Priced per pair (two pairs available)
Base dimensions: 39cm x 39cm x 49cm...
Category
2010s South African Used Taxidermy
Materials
Resin
Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Caretta Caretta
, Pre 1947, Cites
Located in Keyston, GB
Superb taxidermy example of a Loggerhead sea Turtle (Caretta caretta).
The carapace of this loggerhead is reddish brown; five vertebral scutes run down the turtle's midline bordered...
Category
1940s Used Taxidermy
Exotic Bird Wall Mount Taxidermy
Located in Southampton, NY
Exotic bird taxidermy mounted on wall hanging branch.
Category
Early 20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Wood
Real-Size Scientific Zoological Plaster Model of Cassowary Feet
Located in Paris, FR
A scarce and impressive zoological plaster model of a Cassowary feet. Germany, end of 19th century (likely from the end of 19th century at the time of German colonial Empire in New G...
Category
Late 19th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Plaster
Taxidermy of Varan, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Taxidermy of varan, they are distinguished from other lizards by their long neck, triangular skull and bifurcated tongue - like a snake – Taxidermy from 19th century, typical object ...
Category
19th Century French Other Used Taxidermy
Boxed Display Tarantula Spider Taxidermy
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Boxed display Tarantula spider taxidermy. In oak wooden vitrine.
Category
Mid-20th Century Used Taxidermy
Oryx Horns and Part Skull, Mounted on an Oak Shield
Located in Brighton, GB
Mid-20th century Oryx horns and part skull, mounted on an oak shield.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Used Taxidermy
African Greater Kudu Taxidermy Head and Shoulder Mount
Located in Brighton, GB
Huge and impressive African Greater Kudu taxidermy head and shoulder mount.
Early 20th century, the taxidermy work is excellent.
This will hang from any wall with one carefully anc...
Category
Early 20th Century British Used Taxidermy
Lifesize Papier Mâché Model of a Prized Steer
Located in London, GB
Mounted with a pair of 30 inch horns.
Category
19th Century British Used Taxidermy
Materials
Horn, Papier Mâché
Snapping Turtle Skeleton
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Skeleton of a snapping turtle.
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Gemsbok Antlers and Skull Taxidermy Mount
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
Stunning mounted Gemsbok skull and antlers, with great color and patina.
Great decorative item from the 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Namibian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Oak
Taxidermy Swan
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
A taxidermy swan on it's original hessian wrapped timber mount.
English, second half of the 19th century.
Losses to the wing.
Category
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Feathers
$1,028
Emu Bird Skull and Neck Vertebrae Skeleton on Custom Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
This very striking natural specimen is a skeleton of a skull and neck from an Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) bird, a cousin of the Ostrich. Mounted on a wood base, this authentic bon...
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
Pair of Sawfish Rostrums or Bills on Custom Steel Stands
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a handsome pair of authentic sawfish bills or rostrums, that are mounted on custom-made steel display stands. Both taxidermy specimens are in very nice condition and make qui...
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Steel
Large Buffalo Skull Taxidermy Horns
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
Fabulous looking very old and weathered buffalo skull. Great decorative statement piece for the wall.
Category
Late 19th Century American Used Taxidermy
Taxidermy Mounted Longhorn Steer Horns
Located in Culverthorpe, Lincs
Mounted Longhorn Steer Horns, huge 192 cm span. A great decorative item that is ready to hang by chain.
Category
1950s English Used Taxidermy
Materials
Horn
Sixteen Roebuck Antlers
Located in Savannah, GA
Purchased in London in 2016, European roebuck antlers mounted on wood plaques.
Category
Late 19th Century German Used Taxidermy
Materials
Antler, Wood
Beautiful Four Point Deer Head Mount Taxidermy
Located in Cardiff, CA
This is an excellent specimen and is in perfect condition. Lovely expression and intensity.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sporting Art Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin, Wood
Pair of Longhorns on Black Ebonized Bases
Located in Stamford, CT
Gorgeous pair of vintage longhorns on stepped ebonized wood bases.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Taxidermy
Materials
Horn, Wood
$1,711 / set
Spectacular Tall Vintage Taxidermy Peacock on Driftwood Stand
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fabulous, colorful and intact taxidermy Peacock mounted on a tall driftwood stand. The "ocelli"(eye like markings) are bright, graphic and abundant.
The train is long and full. Th...
Category
1980s American Used Taxidermy
Nice Pair of Taxidermy Kingfisher and Red Bird-of-Paradise, 1990s
By J-P Gérard-Simon S.A.
Located in Oisterwijk, NL
Beautifully mounted taxidermy of a Pygmy Kingfisher (Ispidena picta) and a Red Bird-of-paradise (Paradisea Rubra). Both birds are placed on wooden twigs. This specimens were mounted ...
Category
1990s Belgian Other Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin, Natural Fiber, Wood, Feathers
Early Taxidermy White Skunk Rare
Located in North Beninngton, VT
Early 20th century rare taxidermy skunk with mostly all white fur. A creative little fellow. If these guys didn't stink so bad they would be very cute. Condition is a little rough. A...
Category
1920s American Used Taxidermy
Taxidermy Elephant
s Foot Umbrella or Cane Stand
By J-P Gérard-Simon S.A.
Located in Oisterwijk, NL
An unique taxidermy African elephant's foot commonly used as a umbrella or cane Stand. Its leather is in excellent condition with great taxidermy work by Belgian expert taxidermist J...
Category
Early 2000s South African Modern Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin
Black Wildebeest Skull and Horns
Located in Stamford, CT
African white-tailed gnu skull can be wall-mounted or rest on a tabletop. Beautiful hello patina.
Category
1930s African Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone, Horn
Rare Freestanding 20th Century African Taxidermy Giraffe Head and Neck
Located in Suffolk, GB
A rare and superb example of a freestanding 20th century African taxidermy giraffe head and neck.
The giraffe is an African mammal and is the tallest living terrestrial animal, the ...
Category
Late 20th Century African Used Taxidermy
Materials
Animal Skin
Taxidermy of Zebra Head, Tanzania, circa 1960s
Located in Mount Penn, PA
A 1960s taxidermy of a zebra head from Tanzania.
Category
Mid-20th Century Tanzanian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Zebra Hide
Naturalized Howling Jackal Sculpture Designed by Pascal Bernier Creation
By Pascal Bernier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Naturalized howling jackal - Canis mesomelas (unprotected specie) - bandage, acrylic varnish.
Designed by Pascal Barnier.
Series "Hunting accidents." Unique piece, 2015.
Sold with...
Category
2010s Used Taxidermy
Unique Pigeon Skeleton Taxidermy Mount
By Jonny Williamson
Located in Glamis, Angus
A unique taxidermy pigeon study.
A natural pigeon skeleton finished in 24-karat gold paint mounted upon a vintage book with antique desk calendar.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
Vintage Large Black Water Buffalo Taxidermy
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage large black water buffalo taxidermy.
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Victorian Game Birds in Case
Located in Middleburg, VA
A great example of Victorian taxidermy. Four Scottish game birds in their natural habitat. Wonderfully cased.
Category
Late 19th Century English Used Taxidermy
Taxidermy Mute Swan
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A gentle and regal looking mute swan taxidermied and mounted upon a good looking chunk of driftwood. The most likely female specimen of "Cygnus Olor" shows the Classic orange bill wh...
Category
Early 20th Century Used Taxidermy
$5,800
One Dozen Skulls Served under Glass
Located in Hudson, NY
Cabinet of Curiosities:
Reptile and mammal skulls and bones of diverse species on brass platter.
Category
20th Century Used Taxidermy
Materials
Brass
Hunting Lodge Lamp
Located in Woodbury, CT
Commemorating the peaceful co-existence of owls and deer deep in the forest, a remarkable table lamp. The beauty of nature preserved by taxidermy, further enhanced by the intricate d...
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Taxidermy
Materials
Brass
$1,400
Buffalo Torso from Legendary NYC Rock and Roll Venue
Located in Mount Penn, PA
This is a taxidermy half a buffalo that once hung in the legendary NYC Rodeo Bar that housed many famous Rock and Roll Artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Bo Diddley, Poppa Chubby, Ro...
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Used Taxidermy
Cape Buffalo Mount Taxidermy
Located in Middleburg, VA
This cape buffalo is a striking example of wonderful English taxidermy.
From a 1930s Kenyan collection.
Category
Early 20th Century Used Taxidermy
African Gnu Skull
Located in Stamford, CT
African Gnu skull can be wall-mounted or rest on a table top.
Category
Mid-20th Century African Used Taxidermy
Materials
Bone
Wildebeest Taxidermy
Located in Spokane, WA
A member of the Antelope family, the wildebeest is known for it's large head, shaggy mane, pointed beard, and sharp, curved horns. This piece also displays a beautiful striped neck ...
Category
20th Century African Used Taxidermy
Furrowed Brow Antler Mount
Located in Middleburg, VA
This antler mount has a lot of character. It features a carved wooden crest topped with the furrowed brow that holds the antler mount. This mount will be a unique piece to any room...
Category
20th Century English Used Taxidermy
Antique French Pair of Antlers
Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario
Wonderful pair of antler trophies, original mount, dated and signed. France, 1927.
Category
Early 20th Century French Used Taxidermy
Materials
Antler, Wood
$1,250 / set
Antique Antler Mount from Belgium
Located in By Appointment Only, Ontario
Antique antler trophy or mount, wonderful patina, Belgium, 1890.
Plaque measures: 16" H x 13.5 W.
Category
Late 19th Century Belgian Used Taxidermy
Materials
Antler, Oak
Stunning Taxidermy Peacock c.2009
Located in London, GB
A beautiful example, with exquisite colouration.
Category
Early 2000s English Modern Used Taxidermy
Unusual Taxidermy Shadow Box
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Victorian shadow box taxidermy small fox with its prey. Unusual piece, very rare.
Category
19th Century European Used Taxidermy
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Used Taxidermy For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of used taxidermy on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using bone, wood and antler. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right piece of used taxidermy, those designed in Victorian, Mid-Century Modern and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made item from our selection of used taxidermy over the years, but those crafted by Sinke
Van Tongeren, Rowland Ward and Doe
Hope are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Finding the Right Taxidermy for You
The centuries-old practice of taxidermy continues to enjoy remarkable longevity, with today's top designers making mounted and preserved animals key elements of their decor.
Taxidermy captures animals in an eternal moment of animation, so perhaps it’s fitting that the deployment of these preternaturally preserved creatures — and other natural specimens — as decorative accents has endured far longer than the sell-by-date for most design trends. Certainly, the style-setting enthusiasts of tasteful decorating with taxidermy are as passionate as they are many.
Martha Stewart is a lifelong lover of the preservationist’s art, and she has proudly posed with the vintage game birds, foxes and bears that adorn Skylands, her 1920s retreat in Seal Harbor, Maine. Angelina Jolie began an avian menagerie when her daughter Shiloh brought home a dead bird she wanted to keep as a pet. Danielle Steel has an elegant Paris residence packed with exotic specimens, including a giraffe in the foyer. Over-the-top taxidermy remains the flashy signature of party planner and decorator extraordinaire Ken Fulk.
For Chicago decorator Summer Thornton, the reason for taxidermy’s persistent appeal is obvious: “There’s nothing more beautiful than natural creation.” New York designer Ryan Korban agrees: “They add a layer of whimsy to a room that no other decorative arts element can give.” Patrick Mele, another New York designer, thinks there’s a spiritual component to this attraction. These creatures, he says, “are a special gift to be around. Birds, especially, are so colorful they look hyper-real. They remind us that those crazy colors are right there in nature.”
In the vast inventory of collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs, find antique, new and vintage preserved and mounted taxidermy specimens for your Wunderkammern, mantle or carefully curated home library.
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