Lot 1 - A splendid large antique diorama of taxidermied birds in a large glass case, including birds such as a tawny frogmouth, crimson rosella, bowerbird, cockatoo or corella, kingfisher, and more - including a sneaky cat with its prey hidden in the brush! Beautifully mounted along a tree and grassy ground, each has a small handwritten paper number; likely formerly of a museum or school
As found; some loss of feathers and overall fading, but the structure of the birds has remained intact, case with significant wear, including an opening to front, restoration needed
Case dimensions:
Auction 1099 - Curios and Collectables including Birds and Books (Section 1) |
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Description
A splendid large antique diorama of taxidermied birds in a large glass case, including birds such as a tawny frogmouth, crimson rosella, bowerbird, cockatoo or corella, kingfisher, and more - including a sneaky cat with its prey hidden in the brush! Beautifully mounted along a tree and grassy ground, each has a small handwritten paper number; likely formerly of a museum or school
As found; some loss of feathers and overall fading, but the structure of the birds has remained intact, case with significant wear, including an opening to front, restoration needed
Case dimensions:
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Location: Showrooms | 10 Wiluna St, FYSHWICK
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