Song Thrush – Turdus philomelos – In excellent condition – No reserve A beautifully composed interior piece from a bygone era. Perched lightly on its naturalistic branch, this Song Thrush brings an elegant touch of woodland character into any space. The warm brown tones, finely patterned breast and alert posture make it a refined decorative accent—perfect for a curated cabinet, classic interior or collector’s showcase. Details • Species: Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos) • Period: approx. late 1970s – early 1980s • Dimensions: approx. 30.5 x 17 x 15 cm • Condition: high-end quality vintage condition with light, natural signs of age • Base: moss-covered platform with branch perch • Origin: The Netherlands Historical and cultural context The Song Thrush has long held a place in European cultural history for its melodious, repeating song phrases and symbolic presence in poetry, art and rural folklore. During the mid-20th century, mounted passerines like this were commonly displayed in homes, libraries and study rooms as decorative natural specimens reflecting an era fascinated by biology, natural sciences and interior craftsmanship. Legality, provenance and mounting Mounted legally and professionally in the Netherlands in accordance with the 1936 Bird Act. All taxidermy specimens from this collection were prepared by the high-end taxidermist R. Knol in Sint-Maartensdijk (Netherlands) during the late 1970s to early 1980s. The metal ring visible on the leg is a typical bird-ring from the 1970s–1980s. Such rings were issued by ornithological organisations or breeders for identification and research. They contain coded information such as the issuing organisation’s abbreviation, the breeder’s or ringer’s unique number, the year code and a sequential identification number. Shipping Carefully packaged for safe international transport. Sent with tracking