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A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890
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A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890

19th century
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A Massive Victorian stuffed dogs head in the manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890.

A remarkably large, and even possibly one of the largest Victorian stuffed dogs heads. It is certainly the largest I have ever seen, and literally dwarfs ‘Dairy Maid’ a large fox hound head we currently have in stock by Peter Spicer.

All in all, a magnificent beast modelled with eyes looking up as ‘looking up at its owner’ on a polished oak shield. Unlabelled.

This brindle Mastiff from the late 19th/ 20th Century is worlds away from his modern-day mate, in terms of mass and wrinkle. Dog breeds over the years have changed dramatically, this being very evident from the stuffed dog collection that is still held at Tring natural history museum, that was amassed by Walter Rothschild in the late 19th Century.

This remarkable example is totally fresh to the market, having been purchased privately from the owner this week. Complete with an old image from the 70’s showing the son proudly holding the stuffed dog which was previously in his father’s taxidermy collection.

A truly great find, which we are currently enjoying, displayed on our own living room wall.

Girth of neck approximately 68cm

Back of shield to tip of nose 44cm

Height of shield 42cm

Folded ear to ear 26cm

Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Dog Head Taxidermy to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
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SA1246110
Dealers Internal Reference
26892
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A Massive Victorian stuffed dogs head in the manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890.

A remarkably large, and even possibly one of the largest Victorian stuffed dogs heads.

“
It is certainly the largest I have ever seen, and literally dwarfs ‘Dairy Maid’ a large fox hound head we currently have in stock by Peter Spicer.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
fig 1. A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.
fig 1. A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890

All in all, a magnificent beast modelled with eyes looking up as ‘looking up at its owner’ on a polished oak shield. Unlabelled.

This brindle Mastiff from the late 19th/ 20th Century is worlds away from his modern-day mate, in terms of mass and wrinkle. Dog breeds over the years have changed dramatically, this being very evident from the stuffed dog collection that is still held at Tring natural history museum, that was amassed by Walter Rothschild in the late 19th Century.

fig 2. A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.
fig 2. A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890

This remarkable example is totally fresh to the market, having been purchased privately from the owner this week. Complete with an old image from the 70’s showing the son proudly holding the stuffed dog which was previously in his father’s taxidermy collection.

fig 3. A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.
fig 3. A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890

A truly great find, which we are currently enjoying, displayed on our own living room wall.

Girth of neck approximately 68cm

Back of shield to tip of nose 44cm

Height of shield 42cm

Folded ear to ear 26cm

Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Victorian Dog Head Taxidermy to the 1890s.

Height
42cm (16.54")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
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SA1246110
Dealers Internal Ref
26892
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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Archive I A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.

A Massive Victorian Stuffed Dogs Head in the Manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890

Archive II A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View IX
Archive X A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View X
Archive XI A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View XI
Archive XII A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque. View XII
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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 158
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.
A Massive Victorian stuffed dogs head in the manner of Rowland Ward. Circa 1890
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A late 19th-century taxidermy dog head with a brindle coat, mounted on a dark wooden shield-shaped plaque.
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  • ObjectTaxidermy
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPreserved Pelt, Oak Wood, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsShield plaque mount, Glass eyes, Brindle coat, Shoulder cut
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

This Victorian taxidermy taxidermy mount presents a large stuffed dog head in the manner of Rowland Ward, dating from circa 1890 in the Highland Hunting Lodge style. The piece consists of a preserved pelage with a warm brown brindle coat and shoulder cut, glass eyes, and a folded ear arrangement, mounted upon a polished dark oak wood shield-shaped plaque. The visual details show deep wrinkles across the face and a gaze directed upward. Measuring 42 cm high by 44 cm deep with a neck girth of 68 cm, the object is suited for display above the mantel in a home interior setting today.

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During the late 19th century, natural history and taxidermy reached peak popularity in Great Britain. Pet taxidermy and hunting hound mounts were frequently commissioned by owners to commemorate favoured animals, with premier taxidermists mounting the heads on polished timber shield plaques for display in domestic interiors.

Victorian taxidermy mounts typically utilized the preserved hide of the animal fitted over a sculpted plaster or wood-wool form. Glass eyes were custom fitted to replicate anatomical detail, and the completed head was affixed to a solid hardwood shield, commonly oak or mahogany.

Authentic period taxidermy often features hand-blown glass eyes, age-appropriate patination to the timber plaque, and subtle wear consistent with late 19th-century preservation techniques. Major taxidermy houses, such as Rowland Ward, frequently incorporated stamped trade marks or distinctively shaped shield backs.

Taxidermy mounts serve as dramatic focal points in classic and eclectic interior schemes, such as Gentlemans Library or Highland Hunting Lodge aesthetics. They are frequently positioned above mantlepieces, positioned on narrow feature walls, or arranged within gallery displays alongside framed botanical prints and antique mirrors.

Taxidermy should be kept in a climate-controlled room away from direct sunlight, dampness, and heat sources to prevent shrinkage or fading. Dusting should be carried out gently in the direction of the fur using a soft dry brush, and periodic inspection for insect activity is recommended.
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