Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Bizarre auction items are Victorian-era taxidermy creations

Sid a fanged, flying monkey creature with webbed feet – really does have an almost irresistible charm. That may help to explain why he sold for $2,475.He was one of the favorites at the Duke Auction House, along with the flying cat – all a bit of fun, really,” said Rupert Perry-Warnes, the salesroom manager.

Unicorns and flying kittens auctioned off
NBC’s Dawna Friesen takes a look at some of the weird and wonderful Victorian-era taxidermy creations recently sold in England.

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