You don’t see a Red Lechwe on the bench every day.
While whitetails and local waterfowl keep the shop moving at a steady pace, there is always a distinct shift in energy when an African exotic comes through the doors. Working on a species like the lechwe forces you to slow down, look closer, and appreciate an entirely different set of anatomical challenges and aesthetics.
What makes this specific mount so rewarding is the incredible contrast built right into the animal. The rich, chestnut-orange coat color pops brilliantly, creating a sharp frame against the deep, heavy ridges running up those sweeping, lyre-shaped horns.
Precision in the Details
When you are taxidermist handling African game, accuracy isn’t just about getting the skin on the form; it’s about capturing the essence of an animal that lives thousands of miles away in a completely different habitat. Lechwe are water-loving antelopes native to the wetlands and floodplains of south-central Africa. Their skin texture, the subtle swelling around the eyes, the clean transition of the white facial markings, and the exact tilt of the ears all tell a story of how that animal navigated its environment.
Every single detail matters. If you rush the symmetry or overlook the muscle definition in the neck and shoulder, you lose the lifelike expression that makes a custom mount a piece of wildlife art rather than just a trophy.
Preserving the Memory
For the hunter, an African safari is often a pinnacle, bucket-list experience. The months of planning, the travel, and the intense days in the field all culminate in a single moment. As a studio, our job is to respect that investment. When this mount hangs on a client’s wall, it shouldn’t just look good—it should instantly transport them right back to the dust, the heat, and the thrill of the hunt.
Whether it’s a local bird or an exotic export from the floodplains of Africa, the goal remains exactly the same: flawless craftsmanship that honors the animal and preserves the memory for a lifetime. Bring us your trophy and let’s build something worthy of the memory.
