By the 18th century, almost every town had a tannery (taxidermy) business. By the 19th century, hunters began to display and preserve their animal skins like trophies. Due to an increase in consideration for animals, the art of taxidermy has become somewhat lost and the idea of taxidermy frightens and disgusts most. Although just like most things there is an art to it.
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Taxidermy art comes in all shapes and sizes, this small showcase of artists and lighting designers who have chosen to mimic animals create an interesting way to admire the animal spirit. Some use light, while others utilize alternative accessories and some artists choose to admire the concept of taxidermy without using animal skins at all.
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