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A Parisian Cabinet of Curiosities : Deyrolle
Hardback Edition: 1
With an abundance of preserved flora and fauna, taxidermy, and otherworldly creations, the Deyrolle boutique is dedicated to showcasing the beauty of nature.
A family venture founded in the spirit of discovery, Deyrolle's 185-year history is a Pandora's box of scientific and aesthetic discoveries. Deyrolle flourished under the nineteenth-century passion for natural history, garnering celebrity devotees from Dali to Nabokov, and quickly established itself as a centre for education and research. A vocal advocate of sustainability and responsible business practices in the fields of taxidermy and entomology, Deyrolle works only with creatures that have expired from natural causes. Raising awareness for environmental and wildlife causes such as world rhino day, Deyrolle combines science and art, lightheartedness, and engagement.
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A family venture founded in the spirit of discovery, Deyrolle's 185-year history is a Pandora's box of scientific and aesthetic discoveries. Deyrolle flourished under the nineteenth-century passion for natural history, garnering celebrity devotees from Dali to Nabokov, and quickly established itself as a centre for education and research. A vocal advocate of sustainability and responsible business practices in the fields of taxidermy and entomology, Deyrolle works only with creatures that have expired from natural causes. Raising awareness for environmental and wildlife causes such as world rhino day, Deyrolle combines science and art, lightheartedness, and engagement.
Pages : 784
Publisher : Flammarion
Publication date : 2012-12-01
Subjects: Non-fiction, Lifestyle, Sport And Leisure, Science And Technology, Popular Science, Engineering, History Of Science, The Countryside, Country Life, Taxidermy