Jay Strongwater Animal Sculptures

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY “Leda and the Swan” is by Reuben Nakian (1897 - 1986). He was an American sculptor and teacher of Armenian extraction. His works’ recurring themes are from Greek and Roman mythology. Nakian’s small bronzes achieve majesty and power which are not dependent on size and amplitude. With characteristic freshness, he has reinterpreted the classical subject of Leda and the Swan refining it in the Classical-Renaissance-Baroque tradition in a contemporary way. Dr. Robert P. Metzger gives us his aesthetic interpretation of this work which retells the myth in classical hedonism and freedom of expression showing Leda and the Swann prior to her being ravaged and during their first meeting. “The young virgin is fascinated with her new found friend and accepts him in a spirit of playfulness, contentment and wonder. She is dreamily available and shyly seductive as the deceptively tame swan snuggles up to her with its phallic-like neck.” Leda appears composed, placid yet open and available as compared to her more intense and passionate states in other of Nakian’s depictions on the same theme. This was cast at the "Renaissance Art Foundry" in 1978 and is so marked on the base being #5 of 7. It is believed that “no other sculptor of the twentieth century matched Rueben’s heroic renditions with the grand themes of Western Art. His erotic mythological figures exude a joyous energy of gesture and movement which place them among seminal sculptural achievements of the past one hundred years.” Nakian studied at the Independent School of Art in New York City previously known as the Robert Henri School … with Homer Boss...

Porcelain sculpture portraying Shrinathji, one of India’s most venerated gods. Shrinathji is a manifestation of Krishna, one of India’s most venerated deities, incarnated in a seven-...

Race of horses figurine joined together and one of them attached to the white, glossy and matte porcelain base limited series. The thrilling energy of a horse race, captured in all i...

Limited edition Mexican Bella Catrina figurine in black gloss finish porcelain, adorned with three handmade flowers. The people of Mexico have a special relationship with death, to the point that it is part of the culture and daily life of this North American country. The Bella Catrina, conceived in the imagination of the artist Jose Guadalupe Posada...

Jay Strongwater Signed Gingko leaves green gold frame. This authentic Jay Strongwater Gingko Leaf Frame is a stunning design. The back and trim is done in an antique gold-brass tone. Easel back frame...

Porcelain sculpture of an African rhino with an innovative decoration. This porcelain creation portrays the African rhinoceros, one of the most magnifice...

This large version of The Guest is the contribution by the renowned designer Supakitch to the project which invites leading artists from around the world to personalize this special ...

Porcelain creation depicting Jaime Hayon’s latest creation. A work that speaks about looking after oneself and harmony. Jaime Hayon’s latest creation in porcelain for Lladró is a new character sure to be another resounding success. Ten years after...

Glossy porcelain animal figurine of limited series of purebred Arabian horse with thick fur on a wooden base. Portrait of a purebred grey Ar...

Antique Chinese Silver Gilt and Enamel Peacock from the 1940's on hand carved wood stand. Delicately constructed of vermeil sterling with colorf...

Handmade, hand painted, collectible estate figurine from Dresden Porcelain in Germany is a brightly colored, beautifully sculpted, proud male peacock who ...

White matte porcelain figurine of a limited series polo player with methacrylate support attached to the base. Polo Player, is a piece full of energy in which we see the horse litera...