Antique Black Forest Fallow Deer Trophy, Germany ca.1900

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Antique Black Forest Fallow Deer Trophy, Germany ca.1900

An impressive antique fallow deer (Dama dama) trophy dating to around 1900. … Read more Antique Black Forest Fallow Deer Trophy, Germany ca.1900

An impressive antique fallow deer (Dama dama) trophy dating to around 1900. The wide, palmate antlers display a beautifully developed shovel formation with pronounced tines and a natural, time-softened patina. Mounted on a finely shaped wooden plaque adorned with carved oak leaves, the piece reflects the traditional craftsmanship and hunting culture of the period.

Trophies are mementos from the hunted game, which are kept by the huntsmen as a souvenir or decorative item. For many centuries it was a tradition to collect trophies. Nowadays exactly these are becoming more and more popular as decorative highlights in hunting lodges.

This article contains parts of animal origin, which belong to non-endangered and non-threatened animals and follow the US Fish & Wildlife regulations. They are not listed on CITES Appendix I and II. Our international shipping follows all country laws.

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Measures:
Width: 33.46" (85 cm)
Height: 28.35" (72 cm)
Depth: 18.11" (46 cm) See less