Description

Height: 77cm

An impressive Victorian taxidermy mallard duck displayed within its original oval wall-mounted case featuring a substantial convex glass front and attractive wood frame.

The drake mallard is mounted in a natural suspended pose against a pale blue silk-lined interior, creating the classic presentation favoured by Victorian and Edwardian taxidermists.

The deep domed glass provides excellent visual depth and allows the specimen to be viewed from multiple angles while protecting the display.

Convex-glazed taxidermy cases such as this were a staple of late 19th century country house interiors, sporting lodges and gentleman’s collections.

Today they remain highly sought after for traditional interiors, natural history collections, curiosity displays and maximalist decorative schemes.

The rich tones of the original frame complement the iridescent plumage of the mallard beautifully, making this a striking wall-mounted statement piece.