A beautiful example of vintage French roe deer taxidermy, believed to date from the 1960s or 1970s and discovered at a traditional French brocante market. This genuine deer head is mounted on a decorative dark wooden shield and features natural brown fur, expressive eyes and upright ears, giving it the distinctive character of traditional French countryside décor.
An unusual piece of French vintage wall décor, this mounted deer head would make a striking addition to a country house, rustic farmhouse, hunting lodge, boot room or traditional study. Its natural colouring and classic wooden plaque offer an authentic alternative to modern reproduction animal wall decorations.
Key Features
Authentic vintage French deer head taxidermy, believed to be roe deer
Estimated 1960s–1970s, approximately 50–60 years old
Personally sourced from a traditional French brocante market
Traditional decorative dark wooden shield-shaped wall plaque
Natural brown fur with lighter colouring beneath the chin and neck
Distinctive upright ears and realistic facial features
Genuine vintage specimen, not a modern reproduction
Classic French hunting lodge and country house wall decoration
Dimensions
Height from nape of neck to tip of ear: 41cm
Projection from wall when mounted: 36cm
Wooden plaque: 29cm high × 20cm wide
Unboxed weight: approximately 2kg
Perfect for
Traditional country house and farmhouse interiors
Rustic hunting lodges and countryside retreats
Boot rooms, hallways and traditional studies
French brocante and vintage interior styling
Natural history displays and taxidermy collections
Eclectic gallery walls and characterful wall décor
Condition & authenticity
This is an authentic vintage French taxidermy specimen, believed to date from the 1960s or 1970s, although its exact age is unconfirmed.
It is in good vintage condition for its age, with some natural signs of previous display and storage. There are a few marks, slight separation to the ears and a small nick to the back of one ear, all visible in the accompanying photographs. These imperfections are consistent with the age and nature of traditional vintage taxidermy and have been reflected in the description. Please study all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition report.
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