# Vulgar Taxidermy Kelly McCallum's Stuffed Animal Artwork for Southeby's By Christina Butty | Published 2009-07-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taxidermy-kelly-mccallums References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/07/13/####-you-and-the-horse-you-rode-in-on-by-kelly-mccallum/#more-34640) & [kellymccallum](http://www.kellymccallum.com/index.html) Created for an [exhibition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-are-you-looking-at) scheduled to open in London at Southeby's this week is this piece titled, 'Entitled F**k You and the Horse You Rode in On' by Kelly McCallum. (The F word is fully spelled out in the actual title.) This piece was created by Kelly McCallum using a Victorian African grey crowned crane. **Implications** - The idea of the work of art is about the Victorian era people's obsession with anything exotic. Back then, [exotic animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ark-collection) were captured, as people of the Victorian era tried to domesticate them as if they were house pets. McCallum uses the featured rare bird with a saddle on its back to portray this era's obsession. While the name is a bit terse, it is quite a [beautiful art piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Exotic Animal Obsession:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for creating unique experiences and products that cater to people's obsession with exotic animals. - **Controversial Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in the art world, creating conversation and challenging norms. - **Victorian Era Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for incorporating the Victorian era aesthetic into modern design, fashion, and decor, creating a fusion of old and new. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to explore controversial themes and techniques, pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in the art world. - **Experiential Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for creating immersive experiences and attractions that allow people to interact with exotic animals in a controlled and ethical way. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for designers and manufacturers to incorporate Victorian era aesthetics into modern home decor, creating unique and visually striking products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Luxury Artful Veterinary Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-animal-hospital.md) - [Futuristic Museum Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unnatural-history-museum-of-singapore.md) - [Playful Button-Focused Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beau-mccall.md) - [Modern Design-Exploring Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratone-chair.md)