{"title":"Taxidermy","description":"\u003cp\u003eNature, preserved in perpetual stillness. Our taxidermy pieces celebrate the artistry of preservation and the raw beauty of the animal kingdom — each specimen a testament to a life once lived, now immortalised.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-taxidermy-rat","title":"A Pair of Vintage 1930’s German Fur \u0026 Suede Mice","description":"\u003cp\u003eA captivating pair of vintage 1930s German fur and suede mice—charming oddities that blur the line between craft and curiosity. Meticulously crafted from soft fur and supple suede, these diminutive figures embody the whimsical craftsmanship of interwar Germany. Their peculiar appeal lies in their strange beauty: lifelike yet fantastical, they invite wonder and spark conversation. Perfect for collectors of taxidermy alternatives, vintage toys, or those drawn to the delightfully unusual. A remarkable cabinet piece that celebrates the eccentric artistry of a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr Oddities Cabinet of Curiosities","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318732861780,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1049\/5246\/3700\/files\/IMG_6238.jpg?v=1784452901"},{"product_id":"vintage-taxidermy-alligator","title":"Vintage Taxidermy Alligator","description":"Vintage taxidermy alligator with authentic character and patina. This striking piece shows its age beautifully—previously mounted, evidenced by the eyelets on its feet. In good overall condition with minor wear to one leg, visible in photos. A captivating addition to any curiosities collection, brimming with natural history and gothic appeal. Perfect for those who appreciate genuine oddities and antique taxidermy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 26 inches | Width: 10 inches","brand":"Dr Oddities Cabinet of Curiosities","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56506779173204,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1049\/5246\/3700\/files\/IMG_6234.jpg?v=1784636753"},{"product_id":"vintage-taxidermy-jackdaw-corvus-monedula","title":"Vintage Taxidermy Jackdaw (Corvus monedula)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming vintage taxidermy jackdaw mounted on a naturalistic branch and display base. This adult bird displays the species’ distinctive silver-grey nape, glossy black plumage and pale eyes, giving it the inquisitive expression for which jackdaws are so well known.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mount is in honest vintage condition with age-related wear, including some feather loss around the beak and facial area, adding to its authentic character. The body plumage remains well preserved and the bird presents beautifully as a decorative cabinet of curiosities piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for collectors of natural history, taxidermy, gothic décor or Victorian-inspired interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr Oddities Cabinet of Curiosities","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56727565009236,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1049\/5246\/3700\/files\/IMG_6473_6d37caa9-4ac8-4f52-93cc-8511f9d81334.jpg?v=1786096711"},{"product_id":"preserved-fox-paw-vulpes-vulpes-taxidermy-curiosity-oddity","title":"Preserved Fox Paw – Vulpes vulpes – Taxidermy Curiosity \/ Oddity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully unusual example of natural history and traditional taxidermy, this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epreserved fox paw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, believed to be from the European Red Fox (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVulpes vulpes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe specimen retains its original golden-red fur and prominent claws, giving an excellent view of the structure and texture of the animal’s paw. 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