Victorian-Style Dog Head Boxes: Exquisite Craftsmanship and Functional Elegance

An exquisite 19th-century French inkwell, featuring a finely detailed bronze bulldog, signed by the artist M. Bertin. The bulldog, with its characteristic strong and determined expre...

Paul-Édouard Delabrièrre (French, 1829–1912), Bronze of Two Hounds, 19th Century An impressive 19th-century French bronze sculpture depicting two hounds, finely modeled with exceptional naturalism and detail, signed E. Delabrièrre. The dogs are shown in dynamic contrast: one with its head raised in alert attention, the other sniffing the ground, perfectly capturing the instinctive behavior and vitality of hunting dogs. The sculpture rests on an integral bronze base with a rich green patina and traces of gilt highlights, enhancing its surface depth and visual interest. Paul-Édouard Delabrièrre (1829–1912) was a prominent French animalier sculptor, part of the celebrated 19th-century movement that included Barye, Cain, and Fremiet. Initially trained as a painter, Delabrièrre turned to sculpture in 1848, debuting at the Paris Salon in 1857. He quickly gained recognition for his energetic and lifelike portrayals of animals, particularly hunting dogs, horses, lions, and exotic wildlife. His works are noted for their anatomical accuracy, spirited compositions, and ability to capture both strength and subtle expression. Today, Delabrièrre’s bronzes...

Terracotta Anthropomorphic bust of a standing dog. A charming and one-of-a-kind sculpture. Made in France. Measures approximately: 16"...

Large Japanese lacquer and Papier-Mâché (19th Century) Iki Ningyo mask or sometimes referred to as Noh mask, mounted on custom painted metal base.  Trim...

Antique 19th Century Victorian lignum vitae tobacco jar carved in the form of a bulldog head. The detail is of exceptional quality, featuring glass eyes, small pretruding white teeth...

Ultimate pair of mid century Chinese foo dogs with removable heads, ambitiously hand crafted in wicker, reed and rattan with carved wood and paint decorated highlights, set on wicker...

Charming 19th-century wooden tobacco box finely carved in the shape of a dog’s head, featuring glass eyes and detailed craftsmanship. This expressiv...

Netsuke in boxwood representing a puppy with incrusted eyes made of buffalo horns. Its mouth is open, as if it was barking, it also wears a knotted collar and holds a ball between it...