Coiled Rattlesnake
Item
Object Title
Coiled Rattlesnake
Object ID
AR_0007_003_03_0002
Created By
Unknown
Owned By
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Meek-Eaton Black Archives
Medium
Visual
Description
A taxidermy coiled rattlesnake preserved specimen prepared and mounted for display. The process of taxidermy involves preserving the animal's body using various techniques to maintain its lifelike appearance.
This coiled rattlesnake represents the mascot of Florida A&M University and is positioned in its defensive stand prior to attacking its prey.
This coiled rattlesnake represents the mascot of Florida A&M University and is positioned in its defensive stand prior to attacking its prey.
Object Notes
Preserved rattlesnake that has been prepared and mounted in a lifelike coiled position. Taxidermy is the art of preserving an animal's body via mounting or stuffing for the purpose of display or study.
Special Notes
Coiling the snake adds to the lifelike appearance, as this is a natural defensive posture for rattlesnakes. This type of taxidermy is often used for educational purposes, in museum displays, or as unique decorative items.
Collection Title
History of FAMU
Collection ID
AR_0007
Credit Line
Courtesy of the Meek-Eaton Black Archives/ History of FAMU_Artifacts
Restrictions and Rights
All rights reserved. The use of any part of these objects and photographs transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, or stored in a retrieval system without the prior written consent of Meek-Eaton Black Archives is an infringement of the copyright law.
Spatial Coverage
en
On Display
Location
Carnegie 110 President's Room