Taxidermy Collection (page 14)

ARCTIC: FOXES & BIRDS. Taxidermy examples of foxes and birds found in the Arctic environment at the Zoological Society, London. Wood engraving, 1854

HOGARTH: HUDIBRAS, 1726. Beats Sidrophel and his Man Whachum. Steel engraving, c1860, after the original engraving of 1726 by William Hogarth

Red-winged parrot. Museum specimen of a male red- winged parrot (Aprosmictus erythropterus) as seen in ultraviolet (UV) light. This species is native to Australia and Papua New Guinea

1830 Montagu House natural history museum
An image of Montagu (Monatgue) house and its grand staircase in the British Museum around 1830, (Great Russell street). Published in Walter Thornbury " Old and New London" Cassell and Co

1824 Charles Waterton naturalist portrait
Charles Waterton (1782-1865). A portrait steel plate engraved frontis with later tinting from " Essays on Natural History by Charles Waterton, edited with a life of the author by Norman Moore

1825 Watertons Taxidermy Nondescript
1825 " A Nondescript" drawn by T.H. Foljambe engraved on copper (with later tinting) by I.W. Lowry, being the frontispiece to Charles Watertons " Wanderings in South America" J

1841 British Museum Zoological Gallery c
Fine steel engraving with later hand colouring by l. Lewitt and Radclyffe of the " British Museum - Zoological Gallery" in " London Interiors" published by Joseph Mead of London

1861 Gorilla for Owen British Museum
The " leisure Hour" January 1859. A pickled gorilla propped up with stick from the barrel in which it was preserved

Galapagos bird specimens Darwin Research
Two Galapagos Mockingbirds (right, upper from Espanola lower from San Cristobal), three Galapagos finch species (upper left) and Yellow Warbler (gold, lower left)

Preserved Galapagos Mockingbird
A Galapagos Mockingbird, from the collection of the Charles Darwin Research Station on Galapagos. While actually on the Beagle voyage, it was the mockinbirds

Collection of Darwins Finches galapagos
A group of Darwins finches, Geospizinae, from the collection of the Charles Darwin Research Station on Galapagos, showing a range of beak sizes and shapes

Darwins Galapagos Finches
Illustration from page 379, " Journal of Researches" 2nd Edition 1845 Charles Darwin. The contrasting beaks of four Galapagos finches

Part of a case of stuffed birds collected around Earlham in North Norfolk in the 1880 s

Festive Nutty Squirrel 4
Festive tableau with a stuffed nut munching squirrel with holly berries, ivy, a fir tress and a yule log

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"Preserving Nature's Wonders: A Glimpse into the World of Taxidermy" Step into the fascinating realm of taxidermy, where art and science intertwine to immortalize creatures that once roamed our planet. From the elusive Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine to delicate mounted butterflies, this ancient practice has captivated both enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Intriguingly bizarre yet undeniably captivating, it has seen its fair share of peculiar exhibits throughout history. Who could forget the infamous "Stuffed Kittens Lunch, " a whimsical creation that blurred the lines between reality and imagination? Or when Linnaeus exposed the deceptive Hamburg Hydra as nothing more than an elaborate hoax? But it's not all eccentricity in this world; there is also room for celebration. Enter the Festive Nutty Squirrel series, charming displays capturing these lively critters in their holiday spirit. And let us not overlook The Huia, a poignant tribute to New Zealand's extinct bird species whose beauty now lives on through skilled hands. Delving deeper into history, we stumble upon Bullocks Museum 1811—a testament to taxidermy's enduring legacy. Here lies a treasure trove of carefully preserved specimens from around the globe, each telling its own unique story. Amongst these treasures is a Common Raven (Corvus corax) Skull hailing from Cornwall, England—an exquisite example of meticulous craftsmanship that transports us back in time. Cecil Aldin's enchanting illustration titled "Spot and Scrunch" further showcases how animals can be forever captured within artful frames. Taxidermy serves as a bridge between past and present—allowing us to appreciate nature's diversity while reminding us of our responsibility towards conservation efforts. So next time you encounter one such exhibit or marvel at an intricately stuffed creature, take a moment to reflect on their significance—their silent voices echoing through the halls of time.