Bobcat Skeleton Taxidermy Clay Armature. Circa 1920s. Armature for bobcat taxidermy consisting of articulated bobcat skeleton and skull, with clay, wire mesh, and board, mounted to wooden platform with industrial steel bar. This form showcases an outdated method of taxidermy, wherein muscles are sculpture out of clay over the articulated skeleton before being cast in plaster and rosin paper before being taxidermized. Platform 40 ¼ l x 18 ½ w 4 ½" h; overall height approx. 23". Modeling clay is still somewhat malleable. Mild dust accumulation. Texture inherent. Unique. Third-party shipping is required.