SANDHILL CRANE

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a taxidermied bird resembling a crane, mounted on a wooden base, standing on what appears to be a black fabric-covered surface. The bird is shown in a slightly bent-forward position with its neck extended downward, possibly in a feeding pose. Its plumage is a soft brownish-gray color, blending seamlessly into the wooden backdrop, which features a natural grain pattern. The wooden base supporting the bird ensures it remains stable, with visible screws securing it. The entire setup is placed against a wood-paneled wall, contributing to a rustic ambiance. The lighting casts gentle shadows, adding depth to the composition.

The image depicts a taxidermied bird resembling a crane, mounted on a wooden base, standing on what appears to be a black fabric-covered surface. The bird is shown in a slightly bent-forward position with its neck extended downward, possibly in a feeding pose. Its plumage is a soft brownish-gray color, blending seamlessly into the wooden backdrop, which features a natural grain pattern. The wooden base supporting the bird ensures it remains stable, with visible screws securing it. The entire setup is placed against a wood-paneled wall, contributing to a rustic ambiance. The lighting casts gentle shadows, adding depth to the composition.

Name/Title

SANDHILL CRANE

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.29

Description

FULL MOUNT/ BOTH EYES MISSING Kingdom: Animalia (Animals) Class: Aves (Birds) Sex of Specimen: Male

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Made/Created

Notes

Preparator: COY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

SANDHILL CRANE

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 12, 1978

Relationships

Related Places

Place

County

Hall County

State/Province

Nebraska

Provenance

Notes

Date Collected: 1952-03-29 Collected by: COY