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How do taxidermists fix antlers?

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How do taxidermists fix antlers?
To fix antlers, taxidermists first drill a hole into the antlers. Then, they insert a wire and glue it in place. Finally, they apply epoxy to the wire, sculpt it to match the other antlers and paint it a similar color. On 1stDibs, find a variety of taxidermy.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1880s Texas Horn Chair
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This horn chair came from Texas and was made for the Glantz Ranch between 1880 and 1900. The piece
Category

Antique 1880s American Chairs

Materials

Antler, Leather, Horn

Antique Deer Horn Carving Set, Sheffield ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Deer Horn Carving Set, Sheffield ca. 1900s A rustic carving set consisting of fork and
Category

Early 20th Century German Black Forest Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Pair Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Trophy Horns, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Trophy Horns, Circa 1890.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Taxidermy

Materials

Silver

Vintage African Antelope Grant's Gazelle Horn Shoulder Mount Wall Taxidermy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage African Antelope Grant's Gazelle Horn Shoulder Mount Wall Taxidermy. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Taxidermy

Materials

Horn

Horn Sculpture representing a Fish Mid-Century France 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Horn Sculpture representing a Fish Mid-Century France 20th Century
Category

20th Century French Baroque Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Horn

Eland Horn and Partial Skull Mount on Oak Backplate, early 20th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
The horn and partial skull mounted on an oak shield-form backplate
Category

Early 20th Century African Taxidermy

Materials

Horn

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