18th Century and Earlier Statues

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...

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...

A charming and most decorative Italian late 17th century Neo-Classical st. Giltwood statue of Minerva. This wonderfully detailed statue of Minerva is raised on a faux painted Porphyr...

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...

A magnificent, extremely scarce architectural ornament from a Buddhist temple in Tibet. The solid stone sculpture hand carved from a single large rock, featuring the gankyil energy wheel. The lion was adopted as a symbol of Shakyamuni Buddha in early Buddhism; it is also depicted as a vehicle for a number of Vajrayana deities such as Vaishravana and Manjushri, and the lion throne may be found in many nirmanakaya Buddha forms. The lion in India art is represented in Tibetan Buddhist art as the Snow Lion...

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.

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...

Sculpture of a lion preserved in fragmentary condition with curved iron tongue and long mane. The iron tail is still present as a remnant. There is an iron ring on the back. The lion...

Hawthorn oriental art catalogue. Great research catalog. Additional information: Material: Paper Type: Statues Region of Origin: China Period: 17th century, 18th century China Dynas...

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...

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 ...

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...

Italian Rococo (18th Cent) green painted life size cupid figure with a gold drape and holding a plate.  

A Period German or French large scale Baroque Garden Statue of a Pan Satyr. Well carved with impish gaze and wrapped in sheepskin Ex Prominent New York Co...

This bronze Fiske eagle on iron pedestal has fine detail with a great verde patina. Eagle Measurements: 26.5 inches H. by 23 inches W. by 22 inches D.

An impressive life size cast iron bust of a gentleman, possibly Jean Jacques Rousseau. A handsome decorative antique statue for the garden, gard...

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...

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...

Pair of weathered York Stone urn stop Finials.

Wonderful English 18th century lead garden figure. This statue depicts a jovial musician with his instrument. Resting on a shaped pedestal base. ...

This 18th century French sculpture is made of a durable cement composition and features a lovely cherub figure. Crafted with precision an...

Provenance: Provenance: Private Collection Paris

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...

Mounted on an 1820 solid Bardiglio marble column.

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...

Hand-carved, Northern Italian, winged, marble cherub's head mounted on a custom, Lucite base.

Gilded and painted, wood statue of a bishop, wearing a hat in full regalia.

The figure is highly detailed on a pedestal with carved details throughout including three figural carvings on the tripod form base.

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...

Cast iron standing stag on stand, labelled J.W. Fiske, circa 1880.