Vintage European Pine Marten Taxidermy | Mid Century Natural History Display

Add a distinctive touch of natural history charm to your home with this vintage European taxidermy specimen, likely a pine marten, beautifully presented on a gravel base. At least 50 years old, this characterful piece would make a striking addition to a curiosity cabinet, rustic interior or collector’s display. An authentic French brocante find it is a wonderful example of timeworn taxidermy with authentic age and presence.

With its natural form, woodland character and decorative gravel mount, this vintage taxidermy piece is ideal for collectors of wildlife art, natural history décor and unusual curiosities. It works especially well in rustic interiors, study displays or cabinets of curiosities, bringing texture, history and a distinctive antique feel to any setting.

Key Features

• Vintage European taxidermy specimen, likely a pine marten
• At least 50 years old
• Mounted on a gravel base
• Mid century natural wildlife display piece
• Lovely for a curiosity cabinet or natural history collection
• Rustic decorative appeal with authentic age
• Ideal for collectors of taxidermy, wildlife art and curiosities
• Good vintage condition overall for its age
• Light deterioration to the ears and some wear as shown
• Smoky or musty scent from long-term storage, reflected in the price

Dimensions

• Mount: 43cm x 14cm
• Length (nose to tail): 56cm
• Unboxed weight: 1.4kg

Perfect for

• Natural history displays
• Curiosity cabinets
• Rustic interiors
• Wildlife art collections
• Collectors of vintage taxidermy
• Study, library or country house styling

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Condition & authenticity

This is a genuine pre-loved vintage item in good condition overall for its age, with signs of wear consistent with more than 50 years of age and display. There is some deterioration to the ears, light wear and a little stickiness to the fur. Due to its long life in France, the specimen also carries a smoky, musty scent, suggesting storage in a smoker’s home or damp outbuilding. This is reflected in the lower price. Please study the photos carefully as they form part of the description.