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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century French Statue in Terracotta
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French terracotta statue with Madonna and child.
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French Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Foo Dogs
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a pair of Chinese Guardian Lions, often called "Foo Dogs." Chinese Guardian Lions are a symbol of power and protection.
Category
Chinese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Italian Gilt & Painted Figures of Candle bearing Angels
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Pair of Large Italian Gilt and Painted
Wood Figures of Candle bearing Angels
16th Century
Each carved with long wavy hair, each clad in a long robe, with their heads slightly til...
Category
Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Wood
A Fine French Walnut Figure of Troubadour Holding a Staff
Located in Sheffield, MA
The figure is highly detailed on a pedestal with carved details throughout including three figural carvings on the tripod form base.
Category
French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Ancient Roman Carved Marble Roundel
Located in Essex, MA
Depicting a robed man holding a scroll in a circular frame, the hairstyle recalls that Emperor Gallienus; rough technique is compatible with the late Third Ce...
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Italian Classical Roman Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Marble
China Antique Pair "Spirit Path" Horse Sculptures, Ming Dynasty 500 Years Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
China, a monumental pair (2) of 500 year old lime stone “Spirit Path” Equine horse head sculptures.
Ming dynasty, (1368-1644 CE).
A pair of near life size and robust head sections with fine, wavy combed manes, well defined mouths, ears, nostrils, and ornamental bridles, all carved in a medium to dark gray limestone with considerable weathering to surfaces. The smaller head with a later inscription on bottom and signed “Zhuang”.
Formerly exhibited “Treasures from Asia”, Shelburne Vermont, Shelburne Art Center, 2006. Originally found in the vicinity of the village of Chuan near Luoyang City, Henan Provance, China.
Each mounted on a custom iron display stand.
Dimensions:
A the smaller 32.5cm, 13” high and 62.5cm, 25” in length and with display stand, 60cm, 24” high;
b the larger 37.5cm, 15” high and 67.5cm, 27” in length and with display stand
65cm, 26” high.
Please view additional photographs from our Chinese antiquities catalog 35 Years Collecting 35 Treasures, page 60.
History:
Placing stone animals and human figures along spirit paths in front of important tombs can be traced back at least to the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), some two thousand years ago. In ancient times, stone animals and human figures placed before imperial tombs symbolized royal power and
privilege in addition to decorative functions. Life size “spirit path” stone horse sculptures are known and can be viewed from Ming dynasty tombs including thirteen imperial tombs of the Ming Dynasty scattered over an area of forty square kilometers in Changping District to the northwest of Beijing.
The first Ming tomb...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
An 18th Century Carved Stone Turkish Warrior
Located in Conwy, GB
A carved grit stone figure of a Turkish warrior in traditional dress with one hand raised that would have oribeen holding a bronze sword.
Low Countries, mid 18th century.
Category
Dutch Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Stone
Statue Girl Embracing Dog Puppy Sculpture Animal Lovers Animalier Rustic Antique
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Statue Girl Embracing Dog Puppy Sculpture Animal Lovers Animalier Rustic Antique . Exquisite 18th century Lead metal Work Figure of a girl Holding and embracing her Puppy .
Garden Statue Sculpture animalier exhibit impressive compassion and love . Sculptures were often found in homes in the 18th and 19th centuries where they were thought fashionably imposing and could most often be found in the rose garden orangery . Antique Statuary , dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave. A great depiction of The dog-human friendship is arguably the most successful in nature, dating back many thousands of years ago. Dogs are known for their unconditional love and affection towards their owners. They are loyal, faithful, and often referred to as “man’s best friend. This statue we see the dog cuddling in the owners arms , and it’s a sign of their affection and love towards her. Freezing a moment of time and bringing it to life with this lead statue that survived hundreds of years. As we know Cuddling releases oxytocin, which is known as the “love hormone.” When your dog cuddles with you, it makes them feel happy and secure, and it also strengthens your bond with them. Hope this beautiful depiction of the statue, finds a place in your home and in your heart.
This piece would be perfect in a Landscape Design as a center piece mounted on a pedestal base , in an entrance or foyer , architectural element in a garden against the hedges . mounted as a center piece of a garden fountain basin with cascading water beneath it , referencing Love for animals as freestanding art piece statement . Very decorative for your interior design or garden landscape in a rustic traditional or even modern design . A great gift idea for the holiday season or a house warming . We have many available options of stone base column pedestal...
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European Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Metal, Lead
Museal Stone Gandhara Large Sculpture
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
M/222 - Museal stone high relief Gandhara from India (actual Nord Pakistan): a very rare piece , mounted on a robust iron base. Ask Your architect where ...
Category
Indian Agra Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Stone
Pair of Early 18th Century Carved Oak Newel Post Figures
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare pair of carved oak newel post figures probably depicting Sir Robert and Lady Brown, circa 1735. He is depicted with a page boy haircut, wearing a l...
Category
English Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Oak
Bronze Elephant Statue Garden Animal Casting Nelly
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous bronze casting of an elephant
Good size almost three feet head to trunk - 86 CM
Looks like a baby elephant, a welcome addition to our bronze zoo
Patina to the bronze is supe...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Bronze
Catalog Gerard Hawthorn Oriental Art Chinese Art Porcelain Bronze Statue, 17/18c
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Hawthorn oriental art catalogue. Great research catalog.
Additional information:
Material: Paper
Type: Statues
Region of Origin: China
Period: 17th century, 18th century
China Dynas...
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Chinese Ming Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Paper
Element of an Outdoor Carved Woodwork Showing a Salamander from a Normand House
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This carved oak woodwork was probably placed on the facade of the house, close to the roofing framework of a Norman house. The sculptor had depicted the salamender frontview in a sty...
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French Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Oak
15th Century Stone Sculpture, Bust of a Wooman
Located in BARSAC, FR
Sculpture In limestone from the 15th century representing a wooman probably a saint.
The face is round and serene, the hair long and the fore...
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French Medieval Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Stone
18th Century Chinese Stone Guardian Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
This ancient stone guardian lion shizi was carved by hand out of a single block of limestone. The artisan beckoned the guardian out from the stone, manipulating the unyielding materi...
Category
Chinese Qing Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Italian Renaissance Monumental Giltwood Baroque Painted Angel on Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance (17th/18th Century) life-size giltwood and painted angel carved in a Baroque style, resting on a wood column stand.
Statue: 33 x 16...
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Italian Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Italian Rococo Green Cupid Figure
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo (18th Cent) green painted life size cupid figure with a gold drape and holding a plate.
Category
Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Gold
French Cherub Cement Composite Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
This 18th century French sculpture is made of a durable cement composition and features a lovely cherub figure. Crafted with precision an...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Composition
Late 18th Century Golden Painted Eagle Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 18th century gold painted papier mache eagle with wings spread and on a rectangular wooden base. Originally from Birr Castle, Ireland.An impressive late 18th century gold pain...
Category
Irish Empire Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Paper
Lion Stone Sculpture Architectural Garden Renaissance
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This sculpture has taken on a different character over time as it has weathered and the detailing has softened.
Time has given it a pared down, minimalist quality juxtaposing the R...
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English Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Portuguese Pair of Carved Stone Hippos, 18th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Magnificent and unique 18th century pair of Portuguese carved stone hippos.
Each carved with realistic facial impression. It's very rare to find carved hi...
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Portuguese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Stone
Deux importants éléments de boiserie d'époque Louis XV
Located in PARIS, FR
Paire de boiseries décoratives d'entrée représentant l'un amour assis et l'autre un vase. La base sculptée est constituée d'arabesques dans un motif de feuillage. L'ensemble est laqu...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Wood
John Cheere Lead Garden Figure
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful English 18th century lead garden figure.
This statue depicts a jovial musician with his instrument. Resting on a shaped pedestal base. ...
Category
English Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Lead
Large 18th Century French Cast Iron Bust of Jean Jacque Rousseau
Located in San Francisco, CA
An impressive life size cast iron bust of a gentleman, possibly Jean Jacques Rousseau.
A handsome decorative antique statue for the garden, gard...
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Iron
18th Century Hand Carved Wood Statue of a Little Boy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved during the latter years of the 18th century, this charming sculpture depicts a young lad just finishing his morning swim. The sculptor exhibits here his mastery of human ...
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French Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Walnut
John Cheere a Rare Lead Figure
Located in London, GB
John Cheere (1709-1787) A rare lead figure of a Haymaker, circa 1745.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Lead
18th c., Marble Cherub Fragment
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved, Northern Italian, winged, marble cherub's head mounted on a custom, Lucite base.
Category
Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Marble
Pair of Antique York Stone Finials
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Pair of weathered York Stone urn stop Finials.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Sandstone
French Limestone Nobleman Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
This French Limestone Nobleman Sculpture comes from France and is constructed with limestone in 1880. The sculpture is a detailed carving of a nobleman and is signed. Enhance your ho...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Limestone Sculpture of a Faun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limestone sculpture of a faun.
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French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Antique Column
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
17th Century Carved Limestone Bust of Solon
Located in London, GB
Mounted on an 1820 solid Bardiglio marble column.
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British Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Gilded Venetian Statue of a Bishop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gilded and painted, wood statue of a bishop, wearing a hat in full regalia.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Gold
An Italian Carved Polychrome Figure of a Putto Sitting on a Rock
Located in Sheffield, MA
Provenance: Provenance: Private Collection Paris
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
17th century Louis XIV Stone Sculpture of Playing Children
Located in Troy, NY
Important and very charming stone group of one child watching over his sleeping companion, in the spirit of the "Marmousets" along the "Allee d'Eau" and th...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Limestone
Standing Stag Labelled J.W. Fiske
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast iron standing stag on stand, labelled J.W. Fiske, circa 1880.
Category
American Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues
Materials
Iron
