Rare Antique German Solid Silver Model Cockatoo Bird Figurine c. 1890
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique German Silver Model of a Cockatoo Bird standing on a wooden stump. The Bird is modelled with a lovely attention to detail and has a removable head and hinged articul...
Silver
800 standard silver model of a Stork made in Germany circa 1910
Located in London, London
Made circa 1910, this striking, Antique, 800 Standard Silver Model of a Stork, is realistically modelled, and large in size. The stork measures 12.5"(31cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) wide,...
Silver
Pair Large Antique Silver Pheasants Model Bird Figurines Germany c. 1890
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive pair of Antique Silver Pheasants. These Model Pheasants have a lovely attention to detail and feature inset glass eyes. The Birds have removable heads as their...
Silver
Large Antique German Sterling Silver Pheasants c. 1890 Continental Model Birds
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Antique Continental Silver Pheasants of notably large size. The pair of Silver Pheasants comprises of a Cock Pheasant and Hen Pheasant. Each Antique Silver Bird...
Silver
Pair Antique Solid Silver Cockerels Model Roosters Import Mark Chester 1903 / 04
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Antique Sterling Silver Cockerels, beautifully modelled with exceptional attention to naturalistic detail. Each impressive rooster stands proudly with a finely ...
Silver
Fine Meissen Porcelain Model of a Silver Feathered Pheasant
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Fine Quality 20th Century Meissen Porcelain Model of a Silver Feathered Pheasant, Modeled by Max Bochmann in 1909/1910. This pheasant is beautifully hand-made and hand-pa...
Porcelain
Antique German Solid Silver Pheasant Bird Model Figurine, c. 1900
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Solid Silver model Pheasant Bird, modelled in a state of motion with its wings raised and head drawn back. The bird has good attention paid to the detailing in ...
Silver
Pair Antique Silver Model Pheasants Figures, Germany c. 1900 Large
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Antique Solid Silver Pheasants of substantial size. These model Pheasants are created with a lovely attention to detail and each features a pair of hinged wings...
Silver
Antique Solid Silver Parrot Model Figurine German circa 1900 Bird
Located in London, GB
An impressive antique German solid silver figurine showing a parrot on stand created with an impressive attention to detail. The parrot perches on a branch above a chased rectangular...
Silver
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique Sterling Silver Model Squirrel Figurine Statue, Germany, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Antique German Solid Silver model Squirrel standing with his one paw resting on a nut and the other raised in the air. The Squirrel has a full busy tail and splendid ears....
Sterling Silver
Pair of Solid Silver Elephant Models Figures German circa 1930 Large
Located in London, GB
A pair of magnificent model elephants in solid silver with faux ivory tusks. Each model is in a state of movement and each is modelled with a wonderful attention to detail. Made i...
Silver
Pair Antique German Solid Silver Model Grouse / Bird Figures C. 1910
Located in London, GB
A pair of impressive solid silver models of Grouse of substantial size. Each Bird is modelled with a lovely attention to detail. Made in Germany in c. 1910. Approx. Weight - 14...
Sterling Silver
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique German Sterling Silver Parrot Bird Model Figurine Statue, c. 1920
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique German solid silver model of a Parrot perched on a branch extended from a chased round base. The Parrot is created with a wonderful attention to detail. Made i...
Sterling Silver
German silver model of an Elephant made by P. Oberlander c.1920
Located in London, London
Made in Germany, circa 1920 by P. Oberlander, this charming, 800 standard Silver Model of an Elephant, has a removable head, and is handsomely modelled. The elephant measures 3.25"(8...
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H 3.39 in W 6.15 in D 6.46 in
pair Antique German Silver Grouse Bird Models Chester English Import Mark 1909
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A pair of lovely Antique Silver Model Grouse created with a good attention to detail. These Sterling Silver Birds have hinged silver sings and are of a good size. Made in Germany i...
Sterling Silver
Antique German Sterling Silver Model Reindeer & Sleigh c. 1910
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique German Silver model of a Reindeer pulling a Sleigh. The Reindeer is created with a lovely attention to detail and is pulling an empty sleigh embellished with pretty ...
Sterling Silver
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H 8.04 in W 3.75 in D 9.73 in
Antique German Solid Silver Model of a Wood Pigeon Bird Figurine c. 1890
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique German solid Silver Model of a Wood Pigeon. This Model Bird is of notable size and created with a lovely attention to detail. The Pigeon Figurine has inset glas...
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H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 4.93 in
19th Century German Solid Silver Model of a Prowling Owl, Hanau, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th century German solid silver statue modelled as an owl, of large size and gauge, standing in a prowling position, finely crafted in every detail and chiselled imitat...
Silver
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H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 4.93 in
19th Century German Solid Silver Model of a Prowling Owl, Hanau, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century German solid silver statue modelled as an owl, of large size and gauge, standing in a prowling position, finely crafted in every detail and chiselled imitat...
Silver
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Solid Silver Model Dog Pointer / Gun Dog Figurine Statue, Germany, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique German Sterling Silver model of a Pointer Dog. This model is of notably large size and the Dog is modelled with a fine attention to detail. Made in Germany in...
Sterling Silver
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H 10.83 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Antique German Solid Silver Cockatoo Parrot Bird Model Figurine c. 1920
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique German Solid model of a Cockatoo standing on a branch. The Bird is modelled with a lovely attention to detail and a glorious crest of feathers crowning the head. ...
Silver
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H 4.73 in W 5.32 in D 3.55 in
20th Century German Renaissance Style Solid Silver Model Of A Stag c.1913
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century solid silver table ornament in the form of a stag standing on an oval stone base. Hallmarked English silver marks (925 standard), Birmingham, year 1921 (w), Make...
Stone, Silver
Large Antique Silver Model of a 12 Point Royal Stag
By Berthold Hermann Muller
Located in London, GB
This large and impressive model of a twelve point royal stag was made in Germany by Berthold Muller and bears English import hallmarks for London 1913. Mounted on a stone base, and m...
Sterling Silver
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H 11.02 in W 4.33 in D 6.69 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cockchafer Model 20 Kaendler Made 1860
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cockchafer Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword mark with Pommels on Hilts (underglazed) model number 20x...
Porcelain
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H 11.61 in W 4.33 in D 5.51 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cockchafer Model 20x Kaendler made 1956
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal Figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cockchafer Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark of 20th century (underglazed) model number 20x / fo...
Porcelain
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H 10.82 in W 3.74 in D 5.7 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cherries Model 20 Kaendler Made circa 1870
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cherries Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen sword mark with pommels on hilts (underglazed) model number 20x / ...
Porcelain
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H 10.63 in W 20.47 in D 9.05 in
Meissen Ice Bear Animal Figurine Model T 181 Jarl Otto Made, circa 1935
By Otto Jarl
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen most remarkable and huge animal figurine: Walking ice bear / most lifelike impression: It is a gorgeous model, indeed! Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Swor...
Porcelain
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H 2.36 in W 2.55 in D 1.96 in
Meissen Two Pugs Dogs Models R 6a R 6b Animal Figurines Made, 20th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen most remarkable animal figurines: Two pugs scratching themselves / most lifelike impression! Measures / dimensions: Height 2.36 inches Width 2.55 inches Depth 1.96 i...
Porcelain
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H 8.07 in W 6.29 in D 7.08 in
Meissen Pair of Lovely Animals Domestic Cats by Otto Pilz Model H 103 c. 1906-10
Located in Vienna, AT
MEISSEN LOVELY PAIR OF ANIMAL FIGURINES: PAIR OF DOMESTIC CATS MODEL H 103 MEASURES: height: 8.07 inches (= 20.5 cm) depth: 7.08 inches (= 18.0 cm) width: 6.29 inches (= 16...
Porcelain
Antique German Silver Hoopoe Bird Model Figurine Sculpture c. 1910
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique German Silver model of a Hoopoe Bird, created with a wonderful attention to detail. The Model has a bold crown of feathers and hinged wings. The Bird is made from...
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H 11.02 in W 4.33 in D 6.69 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cockchafer Model 20 Kaendler Made 1860
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cockchafer Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark With Pommels on Hilts (underglazed) model number 20...
Porcelain
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H 12.59 in W 4.92 in D 6.88 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Hoopoe Bird Model 278 Kaendler Made circa 1850
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal Figurine: Hoopoe situated on a tree's stump Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark With Pommels on Hilts (underglazed) model number 278 / former's numb...
Porcelain
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H 10.82 in W 3.74 in D 5.7 in
Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cherries Model 20x Kaendler Made circa 1870
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cherries Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen sword mark with pommels on hilts (underglazed) model number 20x / ...
Porcelain
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H 10.63 in W 20.47 in D 9.25 in
Meissen Ice Bear Animal Figurine Model T 181 Jarl Otto made circa 1935
By Otto Jarl
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen most remarkable and huge animal figurine: Walking ice bear / most lifelike impression: It is a Gorgeous model, indeed! Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Swo...
Porcelain
Continental Silver Model of a Peacock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Continental silver model of a peacock, realistically cast and modeled, stamped on the foot .800 and other indistinct hallmarks. Weighs approximately 7 troy ounces.
Sterling Silver
Qing Dynasty Antique Chinese Red Coral Specimen
Located in London, GB
This red coral specimen, with flowing lines and organic form, is a beautiful example of how the work of nature can be, and has been, celebrated as art. The coral has been mounted on ...
Coral
$458Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 9.06 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Antique Pair of Silver Peacock Stand, Decoration Object for Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Pair of Silver-Plated Peacock Figurines Hollywood Regency Style, Vintage Luxury A striking pair of silver-plated peacock sculptures, masterfully handcrafted in the classic Hollywood ...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$564Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 4.93 in W 12.6 in D 2.76 in
Large Silver Peacock Stand, Antique Pair of Decoration Object Home Decor Bird
Located in Wembley, GB
A Pair of large, artistically created birds for table decor and silver-plated peacocks are ideal for a coffee table, sideboards, or bookends. These figures are Classic Hollywood Rege...
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal
Pair Antique Sterling Silver Pheasants Bird Models Figurines 1921
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
A pair of Antique Solid Silver Pheasants modelled with a lovely attention to detail. The set features a Cock Pheasant and a Hen Pheasant with flared wings. Made in Germany with Engl...
Sterling Silver
Antique German Silver Pheasant Table Sculpture, Circa 1870
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large pair of antique German silver table pheasants, part of our continental ornamental silverware collection. These exceptional antique cast ...
Silver
Pair Antique Continental Silver Pheasants, Circa 1900.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique continental silver pheasants, circa 1900. 10" H x 15" W x 5" D 7" H x 16 1/4" W x 10 3/4" D
Silver
$2,970
H 1.58 in W 9.45 in D 3.94 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Novelty Pepper Pots in the Form of Pheasants
By Charles Boyton
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1888 by Charles Boyton, this rare, pair of Victorian, antique, sterling silver pepper pots are modelled as pheasants. Each pepper pot measures 2.5"(6 cm) tall...
Sterling Silver
Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.
Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.
In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.
Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.
Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.