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Victorian Taxidermy: Pair of Kingfishers in Convex Wall Dome by Allen & Co of York
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Victorian Taxidermy: Pair of Kingfishers in Convex Wall Dome by Allen & Co of York

19th century
Sold 3 October 2025 · Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Circa 1890. Large trade label to verso reads: E Allen & Co No 20 Stonegate York.

Allen of York, a highly respected taxidermist, capable of producing some outstanding work. This being an exceptional example, and illustrates perfectly just how good those Victorian taxidermists could be. Its cases like this that have kept me so enthralled for so many years.

57cm High.

(One of two Kingfisher wall domes we currently have in stock by Allen. Both are being sold and listed separately)

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Height
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Taxidermy Kingfisher Diorama to the 1890s.

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SA1168937
Dealers Internal Reference
25714
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Description
Circa 1890. Large trade label to verso reads: E Allen & Co No 20 Stonegate York.

Allen of York, a highly respected taxidermist, capable of producing some outstanding work.

“
This being an exceptional example, and illustrates perfectly just how good those Victorian taxidermists could be.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Its cases like this that have kept me so enthralled for so many years.

57cm High.

(One of two Kingfisher wall domes we currently have in stock by Allen. Both are being sold and listed separately)

Height
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Taxidermy Kingfisher Diorama to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1168937
Dealers Internal Ref
25714
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 pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Taxidermy: Pair of Kingfishers in Convex Wall Dome by Allen & Co of York

Archive II A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. View II
Archive III A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. View III
Archive IV A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. View IV
Archive V A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome. View V
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07880 602715
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Kendall House
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6AG 7
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kendallhouse
Verified Since May 2022
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Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome.
Victorian Taxidermy: Pair of Kingfishers in convex wall dome by Allen & Co of York
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A pair of preserved kingfishers mounted in a naturalistic riverbank setting inside a black oval frame with a convex glass dome.
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  • ObjectTaxidermy
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialFeathers, Wood, Glass, Papier-mache
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsConvex glass dome, Painted riverbank background, Naturalistic moss and foliage
  • SizeH 57 cm (22 in)

FAQs

During the Victorian era, taxidermy transformed from a scientific preservation method into a popular domestic art form, with naturalists creating elaborate, lifelike dioramas of British wildlife encased in glass domes or frames for home display.

These pieces typically incorporated preserved avian specimens, natural flora such as moss, twigs, and painted backgrounds, housed within wooden or compo frames featuring blown convex glass and paper-sealed backs.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period-specific taxidermy techniques, hand-blown convex glass with minor imperfections, historic trade labels from taxidermists on the reverse, and traditional aging of natural materials.

Such pieces work effectively as focal points in study spaces or gallery walls, pairing well with dark academic aesthetics, library shelving, or eclectic gallery arrangements to add depth and historical texture.

To preserve these fragile items, keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent plumage fading, maintain a stable indoor humidity level, and avoid using chemical cleaners on the glass or specimens.
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