Cape Buffalo

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a mounted taxidermy head of a Cape buffalo prominently placed on a wall, with its imposing curved horns and detailed facial features casting a dramatic shadow. The mount is situated above a wooden cabinet, and a small yellow plaque below it reads "Cape Buffalo, Wales Collection," indicating its inclusion in a curated collection of specimens. The neutral-colored wall and ceiling provide a simple backdrop, enhancing the contrast and presence of the buffalo mount. The image captures the intricacy and power of the animal's likeness, offering a glimpse into the artistry and tradition of taxidermy.

The image displays a mounted taxidermy head of a Cape buffalo prominently placed on a wall, with its imposing curved horns and detailed facial features casting a dramatic shadow. The mount is situated above a wooden cabinet, and a small yellow plaque below it reads "Cape Buffalo, Wales Collection," indicating its inclusion in a curated collection of specimens. The neutral-colored wall and ceiling provide a simple backdrop, enhancing the contrast and presence of the buffalo mount. The image captures the intricacy and power of the animal's likeness, offering a glimpse into the artistry and tradition of taxidermy.

Name/Title

Cape Buffalo

Entry/Object ID

1968.6.3

Description

Mammal/Cape Buffalo/head only

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Cape Buffalo

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 21, 1986

Relationships

Related Places

Place

Region

East Africa

Continent

Africa

Provenance

Notes

Date Collected: 1958-01-01 Collected by: Russell Wales