Taxidermy Collection (#12)

Bernadette Wynne, 21 year olf daughter of Land Lady Birdie Wynne and a recent graduate, pictured pulling pints behind bar of The Stag, Bishop Street, Coventry, 18th September 1982

Billy Cadell met Santa and Rudolph the reindeer in Market Street, Edinburgh. Santa and Rudolph were on their way to Edinburghs Fruit Market Gallery The reindeer will be included in a Scottish Arts

Craftsmen at work in a taxidermist workshop skining the carcase of a fox Circa 1964

Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-017

Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-020

Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-005

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-021

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-001

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-018

Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-022

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-019

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Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-011

Taxidermist Workshop. January 1960 A715-007

Craftsmen at work in a taxidermist workshop Circa 1964

The Hunterian Museum, at the Royal College of Surgeons, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Hunterian Museum, at the Royal College of Surgeons, 1845. Display of animal skeletons at The Hunterian in London. The first large object seen, on the right

Colins Royal Stag, ca. 1856. Creator: Horatio Ross
Colins Royal Stag, ca. 1856

Stag Trophy Head Killed by Ned Ross, ca. 1857. Creator: Horatio Ross
Stag Trophy Head Killed by Ned Ross, ca. 1857

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ITALY, Tuscany, Siena, Shop doorway display of Chianti wines and pasta with a stuffed wild boar head on the wall

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ITALY, Tuscany, San Gimignano, Shop display of chianti wines and wild boar products with a stuffed wild boar beside the wines

The Ornithologist, mid-late 19th century. Two men arrange taxidermy specimens of birds in a display case

The Crypt, Glamis Castle, c1933 (1937). From Coronation Souvenir Book 1937, edited by Gordon Beckles. [Daily Express, London, 1937]

The Bird Stuffer, from Four and Twenty Toilers, pub. 1900 (colour lithograph). accompanies verse by E.V. Lucas (Edward Verrall Lucas) (1868 – 1938);

Plate 5 Le cabinet de la Bibliotheque Sainte
Plate 5, Le cabinet de la Bibliotheque de Sainte Genevieve: divise en deux parties: contenant les antiquitez de la religion des chretiens, des Egyptiens, and des Romains; des tombeaux

Alfred Minall, taxidermist
Alfred Minall working on specimens in the shed housing the beginnings of Walter Rothschilds Museum collection, 1890 Date: 1890

1849 John Gould artist & ornithologist 1849 John Gould artist & ornithologist
John Gould (14 September 1804 - 3 February 1881). Engraving by T.H. Maguire 1849 as part of the friends of the Ipswich Museum series

A colourful roadside tourist sign just outside Windhoek on the way to Windhoeks international airport

Stuffed dogs, Walter Potter Museum, London
Three stuffed dogs sitting in a furnished room at the Walter Potter Museum, Jamaica Inn, London. Sadly the museum was sold off and disbanded in 2003. Date: 1960s

Stuffed dog, Walter Potter Museum, London
A stuffed dog sitting at a writing desk in a furnished room at the Walter Potter Museum, Jamaica Inn, London. Sadly the museum was sold off and disbanded in 2003. Date: 1960s

Birds, flowers, fruit, figures under glass shades, Plate 76
Birds, flowers, fruit, figures etc under glass shades, Plate 76. Date: circa 1880s

C Ward. Quex Park Vad Hospital
C Ward, Quex Park VAD Hospital. This ward was located in the second gallery of the Powell-Cotton Museum. B Ward, in the first gallery, was through the archway on the left of the photograph

Tasmanian Tiger on display, Australia
Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine (Thylacinus cynocephalus) on display (probably stuffed), in a garden in Australia. The species is believed to be extinct. Date: circa 1910

Goatskin shortages in 1915: humourous alternatives suggested
Hirsuitabilities: A humourous suggestion from Edwin Morrow in responce to the possibility of a shortage in supply of goat skins for soldiers winter overcoats. Date: 1915

Trade catalogue for hunting trophies 1937
Trade catalogue for Army and Navy Stores, showing a selection of hunting trophies including rhinoceros as a tobacco jar, elephants foot as a liqueur stand, deer slot mounted as a flower vase

The Mammalia Saloon, illustration from Old and New London by Edward Walford
XJF444300 The Mammalia Saloon, illustration from Old and New London by Edward Walford, published 1878 (engraving) by English School

Giraffes on the staircase in the British Museum, 1845 (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XJF196511 Giraffes on the staircase in the British Museum, 1845 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (b/w photo) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"Preserving Nature's Wonders: A Glimpse into the World of Taxidermy" Step into the fascinating realm of taxidermy, where art and science intertwine to immortalize creatures that once roamed our planet. From the elusive Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine to delicate mounted butterflies, this ancient practice has captivated both enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Intriguingly bizarre yet undeniably captivating, it has seen its fair share of peculiar exhibits throughout history. Who could forget the infamous "Stuffed Kittens Lunch, " a whimsical creation that blurred the lines between reality and imagination? Or when Linnaeus exposed the deceptive Hamburg Hydra as nothing more than an elaborate hoax? But it's not all eccentricity in this world; there is also room for celebration. Enter the Festive Nutty Squirrel series, charming displays capturing these lively critters in their holiday spirit. And let us not overlook The Huia, a poignant tribute to New Zealand's extinct bird species whose beauty now lives on through skilled hands. Delving deeper into history, we stumble upon Bullocks Museum 1811—a testament to taxidermy's enduring legacy. Here lies a treasure trove of carefully preserved specimens from around the globe, each telling its own unique story. Amongst these treasures is a Common Raven (Corvus corax) Skull hailing from Cornwall, England—an exquisite example of meticulous craftsmanship that transports us back in time. Cecil Aldin's enchanting illustration titled "Spot and Scrunch" further showcases how animals can be forever captured within artful frames. Taxidermy serves as a bridge between past and present—allowing us to appreciate nature's diversity while reminding us of our responsibility towards conservation efforts. So next time you encounter one such exhibit or marvel at an intricately stuffed creature, take a moment to reflect on their significance—their silent voices echoing through the halls of time.