You have seen deer antlers everywhere as natural and rustic additions to any decor. They are humane in that deer shed their antlers annually, so they're a true celebration of nature's beauty. If you can buy recycled antlers for your display, even better.
Some people are turned off my the rustic lodge look of antlers and the idea that a deer was hunted to display the antlers. In actuality, deer shed their antlers annually so finding one (or buying it) is a great coup. Their organic branch like forms are a true celebration of nature's beauty.
Because deer antlers are shed naturally every year, you can use them without a second thought — well, unless you got them from your uncle Joe who can't wait for hunting season. So, what I'm saying here is that if cruelty-free items are important to you, then check your source to be sure they are only using naturally shed antlers.There are also excellent resin or metal castings of antlers available, so you can invite all your vegan friends over and not get any flack whatsoever. I own several resin deer antlers and use them in shelves or on tablescapes. Their shape is so attractive that even just one completely "makes" the arrangement on this fireplace mantel.
Metal. Edgy but old school, this firebox surrounded puts an old-world material in a more modern form. Design tip: Mixing and matching finishes — such as with the raw wood planking, metal fireplace and highly lacquered furniture here — feels eclectic and spontaneous.