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Taxidermy | Dying Arts #12
Despite some admitted squeamishness, for this week's Haunting Season-themed bonus episode, we're exploring the uncanny history and craft of Taxidermy.
Part of the "Dying Arts" series, we begin by chatting through distinctions between Ancient Egyptian mummification and the modern practice of taxidermy - a term which only came into usage in the 19th century, despite Renaissance-era apothecaries having stuffed crocodiles hanging from their ceilings. Let alone 18th century exotic trophy hunting becoming an increasingly popular pastime.
The processes we detail as used in the past are pretty wild…
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