Lot 625

TAXIDERMY: VAN INGEN & VAN INGEN, MYSORE; A TIGER'S SKIN RUG

Circa 1930
Stencilled VAN INGEN and VAN INGEN to the reverse, 209cm wide; 275cm long overall approx

Estimate: £150 - £250
Hammer price: £1,500
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

Condition report: 


The crimped felt lining with some wear and moth holes in areas. 

The tiger missing several claws, approx 3 from two different feet - SEE EXTRA PHOTOS ON BElLMANS WEBSITE showing the feet with the missing claws. 

Various patches of fraying, holes and wear, see extra images on the Bellmans website.  The odd hole has been stitched. 

The skin is relatively dry. 

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