Poppy Reverie Gator

Gilded Garden Collection — Poppy Reverie

Bold blooms, reclaimed beauty, and a touch of gold.

This one-of-a-kind alligator skull features vibrant scarlet and coral poppies wrapping across the natural contours of the bone, accented with metallic gold details that catch the light and highlight the intricate texture beneath.

Each flower follows the unique shape of the skull, creating a piece that feels both wild and refined—where untamed nature meets timeless botanical art.

This reclaimed alligator skull has been thoughtfully transformed into a sculptural work of art that celebrates life's natural cycles. Every tooth, curve, and imperfection is preserved as part of its story, giving new purpose to something once overlooked.

Whether displayed in a curiosity cabinet, modern home, creative studio, or collected alongside natural history pieces, this artwork is designed to spark conversation and invite a closer look.

No two pieces are ever alike.

Taxidermy head is fully intact.
Measures 7" in length and 3.5" wide.
Each piece is unique and this is the exact one you will receive.
**Wooden display stand not included**

IF YOU'D LIKE TO PURCHASE A HARDWOOD DISPLAY STAND:
https://yourpathtorawart.etsy.com/listing/4537236058/wooden-skull-stand-oddities-taxidermy

Pieces are treated, primed, decorated by decoupage/paint, and sealed.
A soothing but lengthy process that I enjoy to make these bones into art pieces for your home/shop/wherever.

(All parts are acquired through ethical and licensed sources - no animals are harmed for the purpose of my art.)

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I have always had a fascination with all parts of animals and nature. Even as a quiet little introverted child I would poke around in my backyard and the woods behind the house for feathers, bones, signs left by creatures of the forest.

On a visit to our local farmer’s market I found a crafter who was selling decoupage oyster and clam shells. She had taken this throw away item from nature and turned it into this little piece of art. I was inspired to remake some of the bones I had collected over the years into works of art and off I went! After using the pieces I have foraged I began sourcing bones from other folks who use ethical means to obtain them.