Lot 27 , A large and impressive arboreal taxidermy arrangement, 19th century 72cm wide, 14cm deep, 137cm high (maximum)

A large and impressive arboreal taxidermy arrangement, 19th century 72cm wide, 14cm deep, 137cm high (maximum)

A large and impressive arboreal taxidermy arrangement, 19th century
the glazed rosewood case containing a collection of sixty well presented South American birds in a naturalistic setting, sold alongside an original paperback leaflet for Walter Potter, taxidermist, of Bramber, West Sussex.
72cm wide, 14cm deep, 137cm high (maximum)
£3,000-5,000

Condition:
The taxidermy is in generally very good condition, with pieces well secured in position, of good colour and well presented. There is a small crack to the front right hand side scrolled leg of the frame. Otherwise good.

Sold for £7,500