How do I hang a heavy stag head?

Heavy taxidermy mounts require substantial wall fixings such as steel screws andrawlplugs secured directly into masonry or timber studs. The weight of an antler trophy demands a stable load-bearing anchor rather than a standard picture hook. Ensure the mounting bracket on the reverse of the carved wooden shield engages firmly with the wall fastener. Having a second person support the spread of the antlers during installation prevents accidental damage to the tips.

Are these antlers from real stags?

The pieces utilise genuine natural material sourced from red deer, roe deer, and white-tailed stags. Antlers are either harvested from taxidermy specimens or collected after being naturally shed by the animal. Craftsmen then treated and mounted the organic horn into trophies, furniture, and decorative accessories. This biological origin accounts for the natural variations in colour and texture across the items.

How do I clean mounted antlers?

Dust the antlers and wooden shields regularly using a soft, dry brush or a feather duster. Avoid using water, chemical sprays, or liquid polishes directly on the horn or taxidermy fur. For stubborn dust in the grooves of the bone, use a lightly dampened cloth followed immediately by a dry one. Keeping pieces out of direct sunlight prevents the natural brown colour from fading over time.

What period do most pieces come from?

The majority of these decorative objects originate from the 19th century and the early decades of the 20th century. Victorian country house and Edwardian interiors frequently featured taxidermy and antler furnishings as symbols of hunting pursuits. Later examples extend into the 1920s and 1930s, encompassing folk art pieces and structured lighting like chandeliers. Stylistic markers such as carved oak shields help distinguish the earlier Victorian pieces from later iterations.