SKU: 2866 Tortoise Antique H50W32D19
Mounted Turtle Antique - A Timeless Piece of Ocean History
A stuffed antique turtle (Caretta caretta), better known as the spurious hawksbill turtle, is a fascinating taxidermy specimen that uniquely captures the impressive strength and beauty of this sea turtle. Found in warm and temperate waters worldwide, this turtle is known for its firm, heart-shaped shell that ranges from reddish brown to yellowish brown. Its robust build and long fins make it a master at swimming through the open ocean.
Crafted with the utmost care, this antique taxidermy piece retains the beautiful texture and colors of the shell, which over time has developed a warm, almost golden patina. The distinctive, solid head of the spurious hawksbill turtle, along with its imposing fins, gives this taxidermy object a natural and lifelike appearance. This makes it a truly unique decorative object that embodies both the beauty of the ocean and the craftsmanship of taxidermy.
An interesting fact about the loggerhead turtle is that it is the second-largest sea turtle, with some specimens reaching over a meter in length and weighing more than 150 kilograms. What makes this turtle even more special is its impressive migratory behavior; it can travel thousands of kilometers between nesting areas and feeding grounds, highlighting its incredible endurance.
A stuffed antique turtle is a valuable and decorative object of great value both historically and aesthetically. Whether it serves as a showpiece in a private collection or a decorative piece of art in a home or office, this taxidermy specimen brings a piece of ocean history inside and tells the story of one of the sea's most majestic inhabitants.
Every stuffed animal supplied by By Max comes with the necessary legal documents. This can be a cites document, declaration of origin or just the invoice (this depends on the species). These documents guarantee the origin and legality of the specimen.