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Animal Sculptures For Sale
beautiful Cute Brass Monkey Sculpture Figure Statue Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s
beautiful Cute Brass Monkey Sculpture Figure Statue Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s

beautiful Cute Brass Monkey Sculpture Figure Statue Metal, Vintage, Italy, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This striking brass metal sculpture was most likely produced in Italy during the 1980s. Crafted from blackened brass, the piece reflects the clean lines and sculptural presence assoc...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Patinated Spelter Bull Sculpture by Charles Valton, French, 1892-1914
Patinated Spelter Bull Sculpture by Charles Valton, French, 1892-1914

Patinated Spelter Bull Sculpture by Charles Valton, French, 1892-1914

By Charles Valton

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Patinated Spelter Bull Sculpture by Charles Valton (1851–1918). This striking French patinated spelter bull sculpture by Charles Valton is a fine example of late 19th-century...

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1890s Antique Animal Sculptures

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Spelter

Pierre-Jules Méne (after) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Bronze & Green Onyx
Pierre-Jules Méne (after) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Bronze & Green Onyx

Pierre-Jules Méne (after) Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Bronze & Green Onyx

By Pierre Jules Mêne

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Animalier: a small bronze sculpture in the shape of a very detailed and finely executed Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This piece may be attributed to the French Sculptor Pierre-Jule...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Onyx, Bronze

Colorful Ceramic Quails by Toyo - Set of 2
Colorful Ceramic Quails by Toyo - Set of 2

Colorful Ceramic Quails by Toyo - Set of 2

Located in Fairfield, CA

A pair of vintage ceramic quails painted in a variety of coloful pastel glazes. Made by Toyo. Measurements: 5"W x 4"D x 5.5"H 4.25"W x 3.5"D x 4"H

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Santiago Rodriguez Bonome French Deco Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920
Santiago Rodriguez Bonome French Deco Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920

Santiago Rodriguez Bonome French Deco Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920

By Santiago Rodríguez Bonome 1

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Exceptional French Art Deco ceramic fish sculpture by Santiago Rodriguez Bonome, Paris, 1920s. This striking sculptural work exemplifies Bonome’s highly recognizable artistic langua...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

English Pair of 19th Century Staffordshire White Poodle Dogs
English Pair of 19th Century Staffordshire White Poodle Dogs

English Pair of 19th Century Staffordshire White Poodle Dogs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A large pair of English split-leg Staffordshire poodles from the late 19th century, with sand textured coats to imply their thick hair. Staffordshire Dogs are named so for the area i...

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19th Century English Other Antique Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Glass

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland
Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland

By Iittala, Oiva Toikka

Located in Valencia, VC

Oiva Toikka for Iittala Scandinavian Modern Art Glass Dove Sculpture, Finland, 1980s A very beautiful Scandinavian Modern clear art glass dove sculpture with mottled white glass app...

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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Santiago Rodriguez Bonome Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920
Santiago Rodriguez Bonome Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920

Santiago Rodriguez Bonome Ceramic Fish Sculpture 1920

By Santiago Rodríguez Bonome 1

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Ceramic Fish Sculpture by Santiago Rodriguez Bonome, Paris, 1920s. Exceptional French Art Deco ceramic fish sculpture by Santiago Rodriguez Bonome, created in France...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Large Vintage 1970s White Glazed Terracotta Llama Sculpture - Made in Italy -
Large Vintage 1970s White Glazed Terracotta Llama Sculpture - Made in Italy -

Large Vintage 1970s White Glazed Terracotta Llama Sculpture - Made in Italy -

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage Italian 1970s Hollywood Regency style large-scale terracotta Llama sculpture in a hand-painted white glaze. Appears to have had a non structural crack, that repaired and touc...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

Italian Ceramic Monumental Cheetah Big Cat Statue 1970s
Italian Ceramic Monumental Cheetah Big Cat Statue 1970s

Italian Ceramic Monumental Cheetah Big Cat Statue 1970s

By Capodimonte

Located in Den Haag, NL

A life sized Italian ceramic wildlife cheetah sculpture. Realistically painted under glaze. A friendly looking example . Good condition .

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s
American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s

American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage large American Folk Art statue features a large cat sitting with its tail raised up and slightly curled, looking straight forward with its ears perked up. The cat is sculpted...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Baccarat Signed Crystal Cockatoo Okimono Sculpture, France
Baccarat Signed Crystal Cockatoo Okimono Sculpture, France

Baccarat Signed Crystal Cockatoo Okimono Sculpture, France

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest,  A collector’s item made by Baccarat in France. This crystal cockatoo is made by Baccarat. This piece of Baccarat called 'okimono', is sculpted from clear Bacc...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Antique PAIR Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs fine detail gilded & enamelled, Qing 19th C
Antique PAIR Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs fine detail gilded & enamelled, Qing 19th C

Antique PAIR Chinese Bronze Foo Dogs fine detail gilded & enamelled, Qing 19th C

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are an excellent matching pair of large antique Chinese Foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions or Shishi, made of bronze with fine detail, originally hand enameled and gilded dating to the 19th century, Qing period or earlier. These are a very beautiful matching pair of large Bronze Chinese...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor
Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor

Set of Two Hand-Carved Dala Horses - Swedish Folk Art Decor

Located in Hannover, DE

This lovely pair of horses is a perfect example of classic Swedish craftsmanship. The beautiful Nordic colors will take your breath away, just like the vivid shades you've seen in th...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Paint

Murano Uranium Glass Rabbit Sculpture by Ferro & Lazzarini, Italy 1960s
Murano Uranium Glass Rabbit Sculpture by Ferro & Lazzarini, Italy 1960s

Murano Uranium Glass Rabbit Sculpture by Ferro & Lazzarini, Italy 1960s

By Ferro & Lazzarini 1

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Exceptional Murano glass rabbit sculpture by Ferro & Lazzarini, dating to the 1960s and made in Italy. This charming sculptural piece is crafted from vibrant uranium glass, also know...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Uranium Glass

1 of the 2 Pate de Verre Bulldog Sculptures by Daum, France
1 of the 2 Pate de Verre Bulldog Sculptures by Daum, France

1 of the 2 Pate de Verre Bulldog Sculptures by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculptures in the image are bulldogs created by Daum Frères in the late 20th century, around 1980. It was produce...

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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-20th Century Lead Horse Head Statuette, Antique Sculpture
Mid-20th Century Lead Horse Head Statuette, Antique Sculpture

Mid-20th Century Lead Horse Head Statuette, Antique Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A detailed statuette of a raised horse head in lead with details. The horse has always represented the epitome of robust, handsome energy. This classical animal figurine is mounted o...

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Mid-20th Century Animal Sculptures

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Lead

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

By Kutani Studio

Located in Wilton, CT

Large, nearly antique, Japanese Kutani porcelain sleeping cat figure with ribbon and bell tied around the neck. Circa 1930. Extraordinary detail of fur, whiskers, and eye lashes very...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Christmas ornaments with Dachshund By van Heinen Delfts Bleu
Christmas ornaments with Dachshund By van Heinen Delfts Bleu

Christmas ornaments with Dachshund By van Heinen Delfts Bleu

Located in Delft, NL

Christmas ornaments with Dachshund By van Heinen Delfts Bleu 4 pieces Christmas tree decorations designed by Janny van der Heijden for Heinen Delfts Blue A Christmas ball with scene...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Barovier Toso Murano Pink Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Birds Sculpture
Barovier Toso Murano Pink Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Birds Sculpture

Barovier Toso Murano Pink Blue Gold Fleck Italian Art Glass Love Birds Sculpture

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown sky blue, pink, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass love birds sculpture. The piece is documented to the Barovier e Toso Company....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Italian Modern Bitossi Ceramic Blue Horse Pottery by Aldo Londi
Mid-Century Italian Modern Bitossi Ceramic Blue Horse Pottery by Aldo Londi

Mid-Century Italian Modern Bitossi Ceramic Blue Horse Pottery by Aldo Londi

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A large and chic horse sculpture circa 1960s Aldo Londi for Bitossi. This piece features all glazed ceramic construction in a beautiful blue / green color. Signed Italy

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Abraham Palatnik Lucite Figure Sculpture Brazil art
Abraham Palatnik Lucite Figure Sculpture Brazil art

Abraham Palatnik Lucite Figure Sculpture Brazil art

By Abraham Palatnik

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Abraham Palatnik (Brazilian, 1928–2020) Lucite Owl Sculpture, c. 1960s–70s Cast acrylic (Lucite) with embedded optical pattern Brazil Height: 4 5/8” This refined owl sculpture repre...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Acrylic, Lucite

2 Mid Century Porcelain Horses by Metzler & Ortloff, East Germany (GDR), Foals
2 Mid Century Porcelain Horses by Metzler & Ortloff, East Germany (GDR), Foals

2 Mid Century Porcelain Horses by Metzler & Ortloff, East Germany (GDR), Foals

By Metzler & Ortloff

Located in Andernach, DE

Beautifully designed foals by Ilmenau Porzellan, one of East Germany's famous makers of mid-century figurative art. Designed and made around 1950-1959. Delicately modelled, playful y...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Large Egyptian Revival cat sculpture, 1970s
Large Egyptian Revival cat sculpture, 1970s

Large Egyptian Revival cat sculpture, 1970s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A large and heavy Egyptian Revival cat, cast in a dark-patinated bronze alloy, modeled in the manner of the ancient Bastet figures of dynastic Egypt. This piece captures both eleganc...

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1970s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by F.lli Mannelli
1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by F.lli Mannelli

1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by F.lli Mannelli

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Original big travertine elephant sculpture by F.lli Mannelli. The item is in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimension: 5,51 w x 1,18 D x 3,93 H inches L 14 cm x P 3 cm x c...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Travertine

A pair of antique metal flamingo sculptures, circa 1950
A pair of antique metal flamingo sculptures, circa 1950

A pair of antique metal flamingo sculptures, circa 1950

Located in View Park, CA

A pair of pink hand-painted metal flamingo sculptures, mid 20th century. A Palm Springs fever dream come to life, this pair will add flair to any indoor or outdoor setting. The bodic...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Metal

Baccarat Signed Crystal Lion Sculpture, France
Baccarat Signed Crystal Lion Sculpture, France

Baccarat Signed Crystal Lion Sculpture, France

By Baccarat

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest,  A collector’s item made by Baccarat in France. This crystal lion is made by Baccarat. A lion, sculpted from clear Baccarat crystal, sits poised upon its base ...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Cast-Iron and Bronze Andirons, a Pair
19th Century French Cast-Iron and Bronze Andirons, a Pair

19th Century French Cast-Iron and Bronze Andirons, a Pair

Located in Pearland, TX

A marvelous pair of finely cast antique andirons or firedogs/chenets, adornied with bronze crests/trophies. These would also look handsome on a mantel, bookcase, or side table. 19th ...

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19th Century French Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze, Iron

Kaj Bojesen Wooden Hippopotamus in Oak, Denmark
Kaj Bojesen Wooden Hippopotamus in Oak, Denmark

Kaj Bojesen Wooden Hippopotamus in Oak, Denmark

Located in Kastrup, DK

A decorative Danish design figure by Kaj Bojesen. This iconic hippopotamus is crafted in solid oak and features the characteristic playful expression that defines Bojesen’s beloved w...

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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Animal Sculptures

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Oak

Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710
Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710

Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions, Sancai Glaze, 1700-1710

Located in Downingtown, PA

Sancai Guardians: Pair of Chinese Kangxi Biscuit Porcelain Fu Lions 1700-1710 A vibrant and expressive pair of Chinese glazed biscuit porcelain Fu Lions (often called "Foo Dogs" in...

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Early 1700s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

GIFT IDEA - 1970s Italian Glazed Ceramic Spaniel Figurine – Hand-Painted Details
GIFT IDEA - 1970s Italian Glazed Ceramic Spaniel Figurine – Hand-Painted Details

GIFT IDEA - 1970s Italian Glazed Ceramic Spaniel Figurine – Hand-Painted Details

Located in Bochum, NRW

🎁 Holiday Highlight: A thoughtful gift for dog lovers, vintage collectors, or anyone who appreciates European craftsmanship. A soulful 1970s Italian ceramic spaniel figurine, crafte...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

19th Century Bronze Grand Tour Neo Classical Oil Lamp
19th Century Bronze Grand Tour Neo Classical Oil Lamp

19th Century Bronze Grand Tour Neo Classical Oil Lamp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great Neo Classical Grand Tour Bronze Souvenir of an antique oil lamp. The lamp features a crane or heron holding a detachable oil lamp. The sculpture has great patina and likely d...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Lalique Signed Frosted Crystal Lion Sculpture, France
Lalique Signed Frosted Crystal Lion Sculpture, France

Lalique Signed Frosted Crystal Lion Sculpture, France

By Lalique

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest,  A collector’s item made by Lalique in France. This frosted crystal lion is made by Lalique. The Lalique Simba is a beautiful crystal sculpture of a lion sitti...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Early 20th Century Bronze entitled "Running Hare" by Andre Becquerel
Early 20th Century Bronze entitled "Running Hare" by Andre Becquerel

Early 20th Century Bronze entitled "Running Hare" by Andre Becquerel

By André Vincent Becquerel

Located in London, GB

A large and impressive early 20th Century Art Deco bronze modelled as a stylised running hare with very fine rich brown patina lightly rubbed on the highlights to a golden hue and wi...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

HOLIDAY GIFT - Charming Trio of Midcentury Ceramic Dog Figurines - Hand-Painted
HOLIDAY GIFT - Charming Trio of Midcentury Ceramic Dog Figurines - Hand-Painted

HOLIDAY GIFT - Charming Trio of Midcentury Ceramic Dog Figurines - Hand-Painted

By Kaiser

Located in Bochum, NRW

A delightful set of three midcentury ceramic dog figurines, each hand-painted in warm brown and ivory tones with lifelike expressions and poses. This sculptural trio includes: - A r...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Leopald Anzengruber Keramiek Wien Earthenware Cow Figure
Leopald Anzengruber Keramiek Wien Earthenware Cow Figure

Leopald Anzengruber Keramiek Wien Earthenware Cow Figure

By Leopold Anzengruber

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A charming and amusing earthenware Austrian cow figurine made in Vienna by renowned visual artist Leopold Anzengruber (Austrian, 1912-1979) and dating from around 1950. Leopold Anz...

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1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Earthenware, Terracotta

Original Vintage Margaret Hudson Earth Art Pottery Owl
Original Vintage Margaret Hudson Earth Art Pottery Owl

Original Vintage Margaret Hudson Earth Art Pottery Owl

Located in Fairfield, CA

An original vintage sculpted earth art pottery owl by Margaret Lorraine Hudson of Fresno, CA. Signed on the base. Measures 3.5"W x 3.5"D x 5.25"H

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall
Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Cranes Sculpture, 43.7 Inches Tall

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912) An exceptionally fine pair of Japanese bronze cranes, displaying the masterful realism and technical virtuosity ...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Chinese Wicker Shanghai Kangaroo
Vintage Chinese Wicker Shanghai Kangaroo

Vintage Chinese Wicker Shanghai Kangaroo

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Amusing vintage Chinese kangaroo box ambitiously handcrafted in woven reed with a removable head and carved wood highlights including a baby kangaroo. From the noted Shanghai collect...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Reed

Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood
Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood

Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood

Located in Esbjerg, DK

85 cm long and lean crocodile in hand-carved wood. We have been told that it was brought home from Africa during the 1980s by a Danish Tourist. It has a screw to its back - allowing ...

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1980s Folk Art Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood

Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s
Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s

Set of 2 Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Wooden Teak Birds, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Wood Style: Mid-Century Modern Color: Brown Item T...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Panther Sculpture OUGANDA by Max Le Verrier, France 1930 original.
Art Deco Panther Sculpture OUGANDA by Max Le Verrier, France 1930 original.

Art Deco Panther Sculpture OUGANDA by Max Le Verrier, France 1930 original.

By Max Le Verrier

Located in Antwerp, BE

Art Deco panther sculpture OUGANDA by Max Le Verrier. Signed M. Le Verrier France 1930 original cast of the Art Deco period. Patinated Art Metal - dark green patina- on black marble...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Brass and Hand Painted Paper Mache Owl Sculpture, Sergio Bustamante, 1970's
Brass and Hand Painted Paper Mache Owl Sculpture, Sergio Bustamante, 1970's

Brass and Hand Painted Paper Mache Owl Sculpture, Sergio Bustamante, 1970's

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in Culver City, CA

A rare and monumental owl sculpture by Mexican master artist Sergio Bustamante, standing an impressive 31 inches tall. This striking owl beautifully synthesizes everything Bustamante...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Stylized Crystal Butterfly Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat
Stylized Crystal Butterfly Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

Stylized Crystal Butterfly Sculpture / Paperweight by Baccarat

By Baccarat

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous stylized crystal butterfly sculpture / paperweight on base by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity....

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20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi
Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi

Boletto Blue Pig Figurine by Aldo Londi

By Bitossi

Located in Milan, IT

Boletto blue pig figurine from the Rimini Blu collection features a mold-made refractory white clay form. The vibrant blue glaze is enhanced by a finely incised decoration of varied ...

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2010s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird from Bosse, 1960s
Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird from Bosse, 1960s

Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird from Bosse, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Swedish Glass Bird From Bosse, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Color: ...

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20th Century Swedish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'
Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtle' 1980s 'Ishikawa'

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Showa period 1980s. The signature is written on the back side 'Ishikawa'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17t...

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1980s Japanese Showa Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Gorgeous Murano Italian Art Glass Giant Octopus Paperweight, Italy, 1980s
Gorgeous Murano Italian Art Glass Giant Octopus Paperweight, Italy, 1980s

Gorgeous Murano Italian Art Glass Giant Octopus Paperweight, Italy, 1980s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass Statue, paper weight or sculpture. Showing a giant octopus. Colors are a blue, white, black and clear. A beautiful nice addition to your...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s
Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s

Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Ceramic Owl Figurine, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic Style: Mid-Century Modern Country of Origin: Germ...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Egyptian Revival Two Headed Ram Goat Wood Carved Lacquered Sculpture 41"
Egyptian Revival Two Headed Ram Goat Wood Carved Lacquered Sculpture 41"

Egyptian Revival Two Headed Ram Goat Wood Carved Lacquered Sculpture 41"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Egyptian Revival carved wood sculpture depicting a pair of reclining goats / rams facing opposite directions, decorated with intricate necklaces and beards, finished in black...

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Late 20th Century Egyptian Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Dragon Sculpture, France
Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Dragon Sculpture, France

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Dragon Sculpture, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass orange brown dragon by Daum, France. This beautiful sculpture of an orange and brown dragon is made out of art glass. Founded in 1878 in Nancy,...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base
Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base

Chinese Bronze Horse on Flying Swallow Sculpture on Carved Wood Base

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bronze sculpture features a galloping horse stepping on a flying bird, with prominent green verdigris patina on highly detailed cast. The sculpture is a replica of the Flying Horse of Gansu, also known as the Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow, probably made in 1970s. The figurine has fitted carved wood base on rounded feet; the natural warm tones of the wood bring out the beautiful patina colors, enhancing the presentation. The original bronze sculpture, dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 CE), was discovered in 1969 in a Han dynasty tomb in Gansu Province, China. It is described as "perfectly balanced on the one hoof which rests without pressure on a flying swallow, it is a remarkable example of three-dimensional form and of animal portraiture with the head vividly expressing mettlesome vigor." It was determined that the tomb belonged to an army general who had been given the important task of maintaining imperial frontier defenses. The horse is believed to be a "celestial horse" or "blood-sweating horse", a Mongolian breed brought to China from Fergana on emperor's orders in 104 BCE, that was highly prized as mark of status by the Han elite and military society. The sculpture was exhibited internationally in the 1970s to a great success, but in 2002 it was included the Gansu Flying Horse in the inaugural list of 64 grade-one cultural relics that are forbidden to be taken out of mainland China for exhibition. The sculpture is not marked; we are offering a similar Han horse...

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20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage, Mid-Century, Contemporary and Antique Animal Sculptures

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.