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Victorian Taxidermy- Nile Crocodile. Circa 1880
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
for sale €2,340     $2,540
£2,000
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Victorian Taxidermy- Nile Crocodile. Circa 1880

19th century
Description

The crocodile well modelled and of a large size, mounted on a wall hanging polished oak board with display shelf. Can be wall hanging, displayed on a desktop or added to a cabinet of curiosities. Unlabelled.

The backboard 76 x 29cm. The head 46cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Crocodile Head Mount to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1193921
Dealers Internal Reference
26748
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Description
The crocodile well modelled and of a large size, mounted on a wall hanging polished oak board with display shelf. Can be wall hanging, displayed on a desktop or added to a cabinet of curiosities. Unlabelled.

The backboard 76 x 29cm. The head 46cm.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Crocodile Head Mount to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1193921
Dealers Internal Ref
26748
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective.
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Archive I A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective.

Victorian Taxidermy- Nile Crocodile. Circa 1880

Archive II A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective. View II
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Archive VIII A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective. View VIII
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
Location
Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 450
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Verified Since May 2022
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Location: Kendall House, High Street, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6AG 7, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
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For Sale
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Sold
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A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective.
Victorian Taxidermy- Nile Crocodile. Circa 1880
Ref: SA1193921
A Victorian crocodile head taxidermy mount attached to a dark brown rectangular oak plaque viewed from a profile perspective.
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During the late nineteenth century, interest in natural history led to an increase in preservation techniques for exotic specimens collected on global expeditions. Crocodile and alligator head mounts were frequently commissioned as wall-mounted curiosities for domestic display and study.

Nineteenth-century reptile mounts typically incorporated preserved reptile skin stretched over a carved wooden or plaster core, secured to polished hardwood backing plaques. Glass eyes were set into the sockets, and protective compounds were applied to preserve the hide.

Authentic nineteenth-century mounts display characteristic natural age-related shrinkage along skin seams, patinated hardwood timber backing boards, and period-correct glass eyes. Hand-cut mounting boards and historic wall fixings on the reverse also indicate nineteenth-century origin.

Wall-mounted natural history specimens can be positioned in a study, library, or hallway alongside dark wood panelling and brass accents. Hanging the mount as part of an eclectic gallery wall creates a focal point balanced by framed botanical prints or architectural drawings.

Keep specimens in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, dampness, and direct heat sources to prevent cracking or warping of skin and timber. Regular gentle dusting with a soft dry brush removes debris without disturbing delicate structural details.
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