This is an amazing one-of-a-kind Victorian-era avian taxidermy piece which depicts a small wetland bird in a naturalistic diorama.
Cased dioramas of birds are rare to find and hold significant historical value, reflecting 19th century curiosity and decorative trends. The craftsmanship is highly detailed capturing the bird’s likeness and natural habitat.
The particular bird featured is the elusive ‘Least Bittern’ which is a small secretive wetland-dwelling heron that uses camouflage behaviours to stay hidden.
Their Habitat is freshwater marshes with dense cattails and interspersed open waters.
Heron is preserved here without damage, positioned on a shapely mount amongst stylized natural foliage within a glazed and wood frame diorama.
A lovely piece of Natural History positioned ‘together with’ other collected pieces, books, objet, paintings; or also a striking three dimensional addition to a gallery wall
12” W x 14.5” H x 5” D
In excellent antique condition, AS FOUND & ready to stand or to hang, feature / display
This is an authentic taxidermy bird with natural characteristics available for purchase in Canada only & scheduled pick up or drop off within approximately 90 minutes of the gta.
This is an amazing one-of-a-kind Victorian-era avian taxidermy piece which depicts a small wetland bird in a naturalistic diorama.
Cased dioramas of birds are rare to find and hold significant historical value, reflecting 19th century curiosity and decorative trends. The craftsmanship is highly detailed capturing the bird’s likeness and natural habitat.
The particular bird featured is the elusive ‘Least Bittern’ which is a small secretive wetland-dwelling heron that uses camouflage behaviours to stay hidden.
Their Habitat is freshwater marshes with dense cattails and interspersed open waters.
Heron is preserved here without damage, positioned on a shapely mount amongst stylized natural foliage within a glazed and wood frame diorama.
A lovely piece of Natural History positioned ‘together with’ other collected pieces, books, objet, paintings; or also a striking three dimensional addition to a gallery wall
12” W x 14.5” H x 5” D
In excellent antique condition, AS FOUND & ready to stand or to hang, feature / display
This is an authentic taxidermy bird with natural characteristics available for purchase in Canada only & scheduled pick up or drop off within approximately 90 minutes of the gta.
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