Description

Height: 44cm

Width: 32cm

A beautifully presented taxidermy magpie, mounted in a natural standing pose and displayed atop a turned pedestal finished in a soft, aged blue-green patina.

The bird’s distinctive black-and-white plumage is well defined, with subtle iridescent tones visible across the wings and tail, capturing the magpie’s unmistakable character and alert stance.

The pedestal itself echoes 19th-century display aesthetics, reminiscent of Victorian and Edwardian taxidermy mounts where birds were often elevated on painted wooden or composite stands for cabinet and parlour display.

The base sits on a natural wood plinth, adding warmth and contrast to the cooler tones of the pedestal and enhancing the overall presentation.

Magpies have long held symbolic significance in folklore and superstition, associated with intelligence, curiosity, and omens, making them particularly desirable subjects for collectors of natural history, curiosity cabinets, and gothic or folkloric interiors.

This piece works equally well as a standalone decorative object or as part of a wider taxidermy or cabinet-of-curiosities display.

Care instructions
For indoor display only. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and humidity. Dust gently with a soft brush. Avoid handling the feathers excessively.