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Antique Butterfly Insect Bat Specimen Case
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Antique Butterfly Insect Bat Specimen Case

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 March 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
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WOW. This stunning antique cased collection of amazing creatures really hits the spot. The stunning specimens are in excellent condition with Praying Mantis, Bat, Stag Beetle and a rare long tailed moth. The moth is displayed above an amazing five horned Rhino Beetle showcased with its wings open. The specimen present an amazing look overall and make a fine collection for display. This is one of seven matching display cases that are from this excellent early 20th century collection that we currently have listed, please see our other items.

The case measures 38 cms by 29 cms by 6 deep.

UK insured careful packing delivery is £20

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Antique Insect Taxidermy Display to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120696
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Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

We can arrange worldwide delivery on all the items we have in stock, please ask for an accurate quote.

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Description
WOW. This stunning antique cased collection of amazing creatures really hits the spot.
“
The stunning specimens are in excellent condition with Praying Mantis, Bat, Stag Beetle and a rare long tailed moth.
Rams Head Antiques

The moth is displayed above an amazing five horned Rhino Beetle showcased with its wings open. The specimen present an amazing look overall and make a fine collection for display. This is one of seven matching display cases that are from this excellent early 20th century collection that we currently have listed, please see our other items.

The case measures 38 cms by 29 cms by 6 deep.

UK insured careful packing delivery is £20

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Antique Insect Taxidermy Display to the 1920s.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120696
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Rams Head Antiques Profile Page

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A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Butterfly Insect Bat Specimen Case

Archive II A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View II
Archive III A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View III
Archive IV A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View IV
Archive V A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View V
Archive VI A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View VI
Archive VII A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View VII
Archive VIII A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background. View VIII
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Rams Head Antiques
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Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2014
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A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background.
Antique Butterfly Insect Bat Specimen Case
Ref: SA1120696
A framed antique shadowbox containing a curated collection of taxidermy insects, butterflies, beetles, and a central bat specimen arranged on a white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCuriosities & Collectables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWood, Glass, Paper, Insect Exoskeletons, Bat Skin
  • ColourMulti-coloured
  • MotifsSymmetrical specimen arrangement, Glass-fronted wooden frame, Pinned biological displays
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

During the Victorian era, natural history became an immensely popular pursuit, leading to the collection, classification and artistic display of insects, butterflies and small taxidermy specimens within glass-fronted wooden cabinets as a symbol of scientific curiosity and refined taste.

Authentic period cases typically feature hand-crafted wooden frames, often made of mahogany, oak or stained pine, fitted with float glass panels, paper or cork backing sheets, and traditional pins or adhesives to secure the fragile specimens.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the age of the wood, hand-cut glass imperfections, historical paper linings, traditional pinning methods, and natural signs of ageing and oxidation on the specimens and framing materials.

These pieces fit seamlessly into dark academia, eclectic, or maximalist schemes, where they can be mounted on a gallery wall or displayed on a bookshelf as a focal point that introduces texture, history and natural wonder to a room.

To preserve fragile historical specimens, keep them completely out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintain stable indoor humidity levels, and ensure the display case remains sealed to protect against dust and insect pests.
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