Richard H. Schmidt, large old impressive taxidermy diorama of hawk attacking a pair of pheasants, the painted background of a wooded landscape with lake, 103 cm x 153 cm signed. Framed behind glass. Note: Richard Schmidt a world renowned taxidermist began his career in 1925 and culminated with his retirement as taxidermist at Emporia State University where their museum of natural history is dedicated to him, his career has included the publication of many books.