Large Antique Specimen Display Dome, English Taxidermy Showcase, Victorian, 1870 Mantelpiece Rare to find and in

Rare to find and in remarkably good antique condition

Stark white pinstripe delineates the upper hull

Terminated with a brass cistern

Bearing the sought after Gillows Lancaster name

Large Antique Specimen Display Dome, English Taxidermy Showcase, Victorian, 1870 Mantelpiece Rare to find and inOur Stock # 24578 This is a large antique specimen display dome. An English, glass and ebonised pine taxidermy showcase, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Appealingly tall example, with a pleasingly bright appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Tall profile dome presents a clear view through quality glass Skilfully crafted, the dome forms a tight seal with the base Cushion pad to centre dressed in later, faux crocodile