Animal Sculptures

A study in quiet elegance, this vintage ALVA Museum Replica sculpture faithfully reproduces Jane Poupelet's celebrated Sleeping Cat, capturing the graceful simplicity and timeless serenity of the original work. Resting peacefully atop a rectangular plinth, the cat's softly rounded silhouette and understated modeling embody the refined sculptural language that made Poupelet's animal studies so admired. Cast with a rich dark bronze-toned finish, the sculpture possesses a beautiful aged patina that enhances its warmth and character. The minimalist composition allows the gentle curves and tranquil posture of the sleeping feline to become the focal point, creating an object that is both calming and sculptural. Whether displayed atop a stack of art books, on a bookshelf, console, or desk, this piece offers a sophisticated accent that complements Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian, Japandi, Contemporary, and traditional interiors alike. Produced by ALVA Studios, renowned for their exceptional museum-quality reproductions of important sculptures, this collectible piece reflects both artistic heritage and enduring craftsmanship. It is equally appealing to collectors of animalier sculpture, museum replicas, and thoughtfully curated decorative objects. A timeless decorative sculpture that celebrates the quiet beauty of everyday subjects, this sleeping cat brings an effortless sense of refinement, warmth, and sculptural presence to any interior. Jane Poupelet, ALVA Museum Replica, Sleeping Cat Sculpture...

An exceptional French Art Deco ceramic sculpture depicting an elephant and its mahout, created by Stef in Saint-Clément, France, during the 1930s. This rare and highly decorative pie...

Set of two larger decorative miniature figurines dating to approximately the 1960s. These charming vintage pieces are crafted from metal, possibly brass, and display an attractive ag...

Lisa Larson ceramic cat sculpture from the Stora Zoo (Large Zoo) collection. The ”Large Zoo” series was designed in 1957, 1959, and 1965. Made of chamotte stoneware with modern sur...

A decorative pair of large majolica King Charles Spaniel dogs, crafted in glazed earthenware and dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950–1970. Modeled after the iconic Victorian ...

Knud Basse, Bornholm, Denmark. Stoneware Bird Figure, 1960s. Rare stoneware bird figure with the characteristic organic form and deep, nuanced glaze typical of Basse’s work. The soft...

Charming French ceramic sculpture dating from the 1970s, depicting a seated dog with an attentive and expressive posture. Finished in a glossy white glaze, the figure is enhanced by ...

Exceptional pair of penguin sculptures, finely carved from wood with an elegant black lacquer finish that accentuates their sleek, streamlined forms. Their wings, beaks, and feet are...

A fine pair of antique 19th Century English Staffordshire white spaniel mantel dog figurines. These charming dogs are hand painted with lovely gilt details and sweet faces. They are ...

1930s Barovier & Toso White Murano Glass Scottish sausage Terrier Dog Figurine Made by Ferro for Barovier and Toso furnace in Murano.

A charming vintage kinetic mobile composed of delicately balanced spheres, dating to the 1960s and manufactured in Denmark by Laurids Lønborg. Arranged in a graceful, sculptural comp...

These are Victorian style penguin form bookends or figurines that have been decorated with shells by hand. They were a limited release item crafted for Decorative Crafts out of New Y...

A striking pair of vintage ceramic foo dogs in a vibrant turquoise blue glaze, dating to the 1980s. Rich in character and symbolic presence, these guardian figures feature expressive...

ROYAL DOULTON (Manufacturer) - FREDERICK THOMAS DAWS (British Designer / Artist 1878-1956) - HN1037 (Model Number) - Vintage bone china figure of a cocker spaniel designed by the wel...

A charming terracotta Dalmatian sculpture attributed to the renowned Marioni manufactory of Florence, marked made in Italy, celebrated for its distinctive decorative ceramics and art...

Italian ceramic bassotto (dachsund) by Aldo Londi for Bitossi (circa 1960s). An iconic vintage design, decorated with an impressed Rimini pattern in 'Rimini blu'. Weighty and substan...

Mid Century Brass Sculpture of a Koi Fish. Overall good condition, Few spots of patina visible from age and use. Late 20th Century.

Mid-Century Majolica fish platter Vallauris. Large fish in the center, seaweeds, shells. Nautical style. 14' W , 9.8' H  

If you are looking for a truly rare catch, then this antique fish chandelier could be the perfect one to land. This wonderful early 20th century chandeli...

This elegant French Art Deco polar bear sculpture from the 1920s, crafted in Dax, France, is a refined example of early 20th-century decorative des...

Beautiful, vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso glowing Uranium yellow over blue Italian art glass dove bird sculptural bowl. The bird is attributed to the Cenedese company, and attrib...

A super cool and well crafted art glass opaline octopus sculpture by Michael Hopko, circa 1990s. The sculpture is made of green, blue, purple, orange and clear blown glass and measur...

Pulcino glass bird sculpture designed by Alessandro Pianon for Vetreria Vistosi. Blue and green on a grayish background. Applied murrine eyes. Textured copper legs. One of the two ta...

Step into a time when storefronts told their story with charm and character. This striking, hand-painted metal trout sign is a rare and wonderfully quirky example of the early 20th-c...

A rare and decorative Murano glass sculpture-panel, attributed to Pino Signoretto, likely dating from around the 1960s. The piece features a rectangular transparent glass slab embell...

Exceptional Portuguese Caldas da Rainha Palissy majolica crab wall plaque or decorative plate from the 1950s, beautifully handcrafted in the celebrated naturalistic style associated ...

Pair of vintage Italian alabaster facing parrot sculptures, feature a distinct cream and grey veined stone perched on a scrolled stand.

Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Okimono, “Nemuri-Neko” Style, Taishō–Early Shōwa Period A refined Japanese Kutani porcelain okimono depicting a peacefully sleeping cat, datin...

Patinated brass large American bald eagle sculpture perched on a rock.

A striking, mouth-blown Murano glass figurine of an owl, crafted using the famed Sommerso technique. This elegant piece features a rich color transition from deep green to light gree...

Pulcino bird sculpture designed by Alessandro Pianon for Vistosi Italy, circa 1960's Rare form with tail feathers in deep blue hand blown glass with murrine decoration and inset mur...

Delfts Blue Dachshund Dinnerware Set for Two - Ceramic by Janny van der Heijden This porcelain dinnerware for two is guaranteed to make you happy. The playful dachshund runs, jumps...

Rare small 'sheep' stool made of genuine sheep's wool by Hanns Peter Krafft, handcrafted by Meier. Made in Germany in the 1980s. This charming sheep has thick, creamy-white wool, lea...

Vintage Italian Terracotta Persian cat in a formal sitting position. Highly textured, deeply sculpted long fur. Piercing blue eyes.

Magnificent Pair of Verdi green Bronze Lifesize Greyhounds Amazing Posture and.Detail

Charming, relatively large scale giraffe statue by Marwal.

Rare Majolica butterfly wall pocket signed Clement Massier, Golfe Juan Circa 1900. H / 7 inches. W / 9 inches.

Classic early 1910s Vienna bronze figurine, expertly crafted and beautifully detailed in the tradition of Austrian cold-painted bronzes. This charming polychromed bronze sculpture sh...

This is an impressive antique brass Victorian ecclesiastical eagle lectern, circa 1890 in date. The 5ft3inch (157cm) lectern features an eagle with wings outstretched and detailed f...

Beautiful, large vintage Murano hand blown Sommerso glowing Uranium glass Italian art sculpture, depicting a gray bird on a green apple. The piece is documented to designer Livio Seg...

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...

Hand-Painted Wooden Box – Stylized Bird Form – Folk Art from Rajasthan, India – 1970s–1990s Description: This is a hand-carved and hand-painted wooden box in the form of a stylized ...

Art Deco spelter sculpture. Black-patinated panther on a marble base, signed Ouline. In perfect condition. Height: 17.5 cm Length: 45 cm Width: 11 cm Weight: 4.7 kg Alexandre Ouline...

Charming small Tonala pottery figurine depicts a reclining cat with folded front paws and raised head; the cat is looking forward with wide open, large eyes and a slightly surprised ...

This striking pâte de verre sculpture by Daum depicts a rearing cobra poised in a moment of alert tension. The sinuous body rises elegantly from a coiled base, the flared hood and li...

Large vintage Talavera hand painted studio ceramic Rooster - featuring a typical brightly colored multi pattern design - unsigned - Mexico - circa 1980's. Excellent/mint vintage con...

Very charming vintage wooden hand-carved swan sculpture with a detailed bill and raised wings. This European folk art swan features an aged white ...

Vintage Cast Iron Horse Doorstop or Sculpture, Virginia, USA Virginia Metalcrafters, Waynesboro, VA. " Door keeps moving ........ a door stop could be the solution.... or display on...

For your consideration, This large bronze sculpture is titled "Coming Through the Rye", depicting four cowboys on horseback with pistols raised.It is a reproduction "after" the famou...

A circa Mexican 1960 horse sculpture on black base. Measurements: Height: 15" Depth: 6.5" Width: 20.5"

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 ...

Beautiful and unusual, Murano hand blown jet black with gold and silver flecks Italian art glass snail paperweight figurine. The piece has an original clear and gold label that reads “Vetreria Venier Murano...

Rare inlaid mahogany, with bronze legs bird sculpture by Karl Hagenauer for Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien. 1950s Stamped with Werkstätte Hagenauer 'wHw' roundel, 'HAGENAUER, WIEN, MADE ...

French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture – Roman Bull by Auguste Clésinger (1814–1883) Cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne Foundry – Reduction by Achille Collas France, 1858 This exquisite 19th-...

A pair of 1940's Chinese birds. Measurements: Height: 12" Width: 4.75" Depth: 6.5"

An outstanding statue of an Italian Pug Dog made of glazed and hand-painted terracotta. Perfect, lifelike, and life-size representations of this loving creature, faithful, affectiona...

Elegant Mirror-Image Pair of Continental Bronze Lion Sculptures. Sculptures are finely cast with expressive facial features, richly textured manes, and muscular bodies captured in a ...

A complete set of six vintage stackable midcentury hedgehog ashtrays. A humorous and charming design by Walter Bosse, executed in the 1950s by Hertha Baller, Austria. Made of solid b...

Handcrafted Mid Century Modern metal owl sculpture in the style of Curtis Jere. This decorative brutalist object features aged brass / bronze tone torch-cut metal.

Vintage Godzilla Action Figure, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 Additional information: Materials: Plastic Country of Origin: China Color: Brown Item Type: Vin...