Description

A novelty taxidermy display featuring a mouse arranged in an anthropomorphic stance, dressed in a blue felt cloak and hat and holding a slender staff topped with a decorative finial.

The figure is mounted on a circular wooden base, creating a self-contained tableau that draws on fantasy and folklore imagery associated with the archetypal wizard.

The composition combines natural form with crafted costume elements, emphasising narrative and character rather than scientific presentation.

Anthropomorphic taxidermy of this kind follows a tradition rooted in late 19th-century curiosity displays and later folk-art interpretations, where animals are presented as symbolic or humorous stand-ins for human roles.

The addition of theatrical costume and props places the piece firmly within the realm of decorative oddities and storytelling objects, intended to amuse, intrigue, and invite close viewing.

This work is suited to collections focused on curiosities, novelty taxidermy, and imaginative decorative art.

Care instructions
For indoor display only. Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and fluctuating humidity. Dust gently with a soft, dry brush. Handle by the base to avoid disturbing the figure or costume elements.