Scottish Mounted Taxidermy Stag, Early 20 Century

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Scottish Mounted Taxidermy Stag, Early 20 Century

About the Item

A large magnificent Scottish red deer stag taxidermy mounted hunting trophies, dating from the, early 20th century. The adult male stag is mounted on an oak armorial oak shield and is presented with its large antlers. A wonderful addition for the game lodge or a country house decor theme. Condition: In excellent condition. As antique items, the pieces show signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, the trophies display beautifully. Dimensions in cm: Height 138 x width 66 x depth 78 Dimensions in inches: Height 54.3 x width 26.0 x depth 30.7 Taxidermy is the preserving of an animal's body via stuffing or mounting for the purpose of display or study. Animals are often, but not always, portrayed in a life-like state. The word taxidermy refers to the process of preserving the animal, but the word is also used to describe the end product, which are often called "mounts". The word taxidermy is derived from the Greek words "taxis" and "derma". Taxis means to "to move", and "derma" means "skin" (the dermis). The word taxidermy translates to "arrangement of skin". Taxidermy is practiced primarily on vertebrates mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and less commonly on amphibians but can also be done to larger insects and arachnids under some circumstances. Taxidermy takes on a number of forms and purposes, including natural history museum displays, hunting trophies, study skins, and is sometimes used as a means to memorialize pets. A person who practices taxidermy is called a taxidermist. They may practice professionally for museums or as businesses catering to hunters and fishermen, or as amateurs, such as hobbyists, hunters, and fishermen. A taxidermist is aided by familiarity with anatomy, sculpture, painting, and tanning.

Dimensions:
Height: 54.34 in (138 cm)Width: 25.99 in (66 cm)Depth: 30.71 in (78 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Oak
Place of Origin:
Scotland
Period:
1900-1909
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1900
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 083191stDibs: LU950610079481