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Massive Isolated Red Deer Hunting Trophy

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • Jan 31, 2024
  • 2 min read



Hunting trophies might arguably be one of the most traditional interior pieces. It's almost instinctual for humans to pursue beauty, hence nobody asks for it, yet we find ourselves painting pottery with patterns and hanging the dried antlers of animals in our living rooms.




This is an extraordinarily massive isolated red deer hunting trophy from an old firearms store. It's the first time I've seen one this colossal. While it might seem unfamiliar to Koreans with smaller homes and no hunting culture, it's quite a natural objet d'art for Westerners. You'll often find them adorning the walls of offline stores aiming for authentic vibes.


The typical scenario is this: a living room with a fireplace, above which hangs a hunting trophy. On the mantelpiece are framed pictures of grandchildren, and in front, there's a carpet and a sofa. Given the stark contrast in residential aesthetics between Korea and the West, one might wonder whose home would accommodate such a hunting trophy, but I trust whoever owns it will figure it out.


Objects like Joseon porcelain, hanbok, or wooden trays carry a quiet yet distinct aura. They're creations of nature shaped by humans and weathered by time. But then there are truly natural things, like rocks, you know? Things made by gods and aged by time carry a quiet yet powerful aura. What humans make turns to rubbish when they die, but what gods make remains even in death.




I'd personally donate this to RRL on Garosugil. Or perhaps, during the remodeling of a chic cafe, it could find its place behind the counter with a bang! Anyway, items in such pristine condition and of such immense size aren't readily available anywhere in the world, so please cherish it. Thank you always.


🍉 Isolated red deer hunting trophy

🍉 Dimensions: 113cm (width) x 120cm (height)

🍉 Price: 2,300,000 KRW

 
 
 

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