13th Mar, 2020 13:00
The Works of Art, Medals, Militaria & Furniture Auction
A TAXIDERMY BIRD OF PARADISE
TAXIDERMY BIRD OF PARADISE,
modelled on a branch, together with three smaller birds, contained within a glass dome, with feather inscribed 'To Glasgow friends from a wellwisher in Capetown, 1891', 50cm high overall
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Sold for £950
Estimated at £100 - £150
Condition Report
Generally good condition.
Light age related wear and dust.
Evidence of wire from rear of blue bird (see photo) though this shouldn’t be seen if displayed front on.
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