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Animal Sculptures For Sale
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

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

Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog
Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog

Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog

$556Sale Price|20% Off

Early 20Thc Hubley Cast Iron Dog

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This little folky original painted cast iron dog bank.This is the dog that's in the old Victrola commercials.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Iron

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

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

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 Oiva Toikka, Iittala

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

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Pottery

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

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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

1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli
1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli

1970s Original Travertine Elephant Sculpture by Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Milano, IT

1970s Original travertine elephant sculpture by Enzo Mari for F.lli Mannelli. The item is in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimension: 4,33 x 1,18 x 3,93 H inches L 11 cm x P...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Travertine

Art Deco Greyhound Couple Sculpture by Charles Lemanceau, France
Art Deco Greyhound Couple Sculpture by Charles Lemanceau, France

Art Deco Greyhound Couple Sculpture by Charles Lemanceau, France

By Charles Lemanceau

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Greyhound Couple Sculpture by Charles Lemanceau, Sainte-Radegonde, France, 1920s. Striking French Art Deco greyhound sculpture depicting a racing couple of greyhound...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Italian 19th century Bronze Girl and Dog by Antonio Lanzirotti
Italian 19th century Bronze Girl and Dog by Antonio Lanzirotti

Italian 19th century Bronze Girl and Dog by Antonio Lanzirotti

By Antonio Giovanni Lanzirotti

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Italian bronze figure group by Antonio Giovanni Lanzirotti (fl. mid to late 19th century), cast circa 1870 in dark brown patinated bronze. The composition d...

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Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

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

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Bronze

Rochard Panther Art Deco
Rochard Panther Art Deco

Rochard Panther Art Deco

By Irénée Rochard

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Deco panther circa 1930. Spelter sculpture with black patina on a marble base, signed R. Rochard for Irénée Félix René Rochard. In perfect condition. Length: 65 cm Width: 14 cm ...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

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

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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

Monumental French Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Two Stylized Birds, 1950s–1960s
Monumental French Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Two Stylized Birds, 1950s–1960s

Monumental French Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Two Stylized Birds, 1950s–1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Impressive French ceramic wall relief from the 1950s depicting two stylized birds in flight. Executed in pronounced high relief, the sculpture presents a strong graphic silhouette. ...

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

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Ceramic

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

Materials

Ceramic

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

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

Materials

Porcelain

Nestor Nutcracker Cast-Iron Crocodile Alligator England, 1920
Nestor Nutcracker Cast-Iron Crocodile Alligator England, 1920

Nestor Nutcracker Cast-Iron Crocodile Alligator England, 1920

Located in Vienna, AT

Nestor Nutcracker Cast-Iron Crocodile Alligator England, 1920 Very large and sculptural nutcracker made in England. Heavy cast-iron table nutcracker, which serves as a sculpture as ...

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1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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

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Ceramic

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

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Bronze

Lead Horse Head Statuette, Mid-20th Century, Detailed Sculpture, Circa
Lead Horse Head Statuette, Mid-20th Century, Detailed Sculpture, Circa

Lead Horse Head Statuette, Mid-20th Century, Detailed Sculpture, Circa

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

Materials

Lead

RULAS Large French Art Deco Golden Eagle Sculpture, 1920
RULAS Large French Art Deco Golden Eagle Sculpture, 1920

RULAS Large French Art Deco Golden Eagle Sculpture, 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Large French Art Deco Golden Eagle Sculpture by RULAS, France, 1920s. Outstanding large French Art Deco golden eagle sculpture by RULAS, created in France during the 1920s. This imp...

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1920s French Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Spelter

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

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

Set of Three Wise Monkey Figurines by Daum
Set of Three Wise Monkey Figurines by Daum

Set of Three Wise Monkey Figurines by Daum

By Daum

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of three colored Daum Crystal monkey figurines depicting "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil".

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20th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

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

American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat
American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat

American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat

Located in Downingtown, PA

Cast Iron Charm: American Folk Art Cat Doorstop This charming piece of American folk art is a cast iron doorstop modeled in the form of a black and white tuxedo cat. Doorstops like ...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Iron

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

Materials

Murano 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

Materials

Wood

Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920

Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920

By A. Petit Monsigny

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Table Lamp by Adolphe Petit-Monsigny, circa 1920. An exceptional French Art Deco table lamp, circa 1920, showcasing a stunning bronze sculpture by th...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Animal Sculptures

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Alabaster, Bronze

Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s
Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s

Pair Terracotta Ceramic Foo Dog Garden Home Statues, Sculptures from the 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An outstanding pair of two Foo Dog statues in glazed and hand painted Ceramic. Perfectly representations of this majestic being, stern, watchful and obedient at the same time. Elegan...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Sterling Silver Clad Conch Shell
Sterling Silver Clad Conch Shell

Sterling Silver Clad Conch Shell

$636Sale Price|74% Off

Sterling Silver Clad Conch Shell

Located in Malibu, CA

An intricate natural conch shell clad in sterling silver showcasing it's sculptural ridges & beautiful organic form. The interior reveals a pearly white finish, adding contrast t...

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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sheet Metal, Sterling Silver

Pair of Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue
Pair of Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue

Pair of Decorative Turquoise Blue Foo Dogs Sculptures, Ceramic Statue

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A very nice pair of vintage, turquoise blue, ceramic foo dogs, circa 1980s. Excellent condition and patina; makes a fun decor item in any room! Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Aus...

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1980s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

French Folk Art Sculpture of a Horse in Leather
French Folk Art Sculpture of a Horse in Leather

French Folk Art Sculpture of a Horse in Leather

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A hand-made folk art sculpture of a horse from the End of 19th Century/ Early 20th Century. This French made papier mâché horse is wrapped in leather, presented in its authentic old ...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Leather, Paper

Vintage Mexican Mid Century Pig by Mario Lopez Torres, Rare 1974 Tzumindi
Vintage Mexican Mid Century Pig by Mario Lopez Torres, Rare 1974 Tzumindi

Vintage Mexican Mid Century Pig by Mario Lopez Torres, Rare 1974 Tzumindi

By Mario Lopez Torres

Located in San Diego, CA

Mario Lopez Torres was born in 1952 in Mexico City. From the beginning, Mario’s attention was drawn to artistic hobbies including drawing, modeling with clay and engraving. He was ...

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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas
Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas

Vintage Antique MaruMan T2 Heavy Crystal Table Lighter Electric And Gas

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Vintage antique crystal tabletop gas and electric lighter. In great condition. This exquisite Lighter is a testament to the opulence and craftsmanship of the mid 20th century. The b...

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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Italian Silver Gilt Pheasant Birds, Pair
Italian Silver Gilt Pheasant Birds, Pair

Italian Silver Gilt Pheasant Birds, Pair

Located in New York, NY

An Italian pair of silver-plate pheasant bird sculptures decorative objects, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. The birds, male and female, are beautifully cast with fine detai...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

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.