Genuine Indian Bengal Tiger Pelt Rug

Item Details

An Indian Bengal tiger pelt rug, with canvas backing. No baring teeth and eyes sewn shut, no claws. Circa 1950.

• Please note that per CITES Appendix 1 the Indian Bengal tiger is considered an endangered species, and as such the sale of the pelt, though pre-ban, must be kept within the state of Kentucky. Interstate sale and transportation is illegal under CITES, and therefore the winning bidder of the rug must provide proof of current residence within the state of Kentucky. The rug will also not qualify for shipping outside of the state of Kentucky. Please also note that Everything But The House regularly sells items of historical significance and, from time to time, some of these items might be considered controversial in nature. It is the role of Everything But The House to offer these items for sale as sensitively as possible, with equal respect to all.  Furthermore, please know that all items sold on our website are legally obtained and offered for sale in compliance with state and Federal regulations. Per CITES, this piece qualifies as an antique and is legal for sale; however, bidding must be kept restricted to residents of the state of Kentucky

Condition

Some fur loss. A couple of tears in skin.

Dimensions

Length above is from nose to tail tip.

Item #

13LEx011-031