Animal Sculptures

2 early Art Deco Piranha Fish Bookends Pressed Glass, Ferjac France 1930s French Presglass Fish Bookends, by Fernand Jacob, also known as Ferjac France 1930s. ‘Poisson’. Grey, transp...

"Écureuil" French for Squirrel A beautiful glossy, glazed white ceramic and is sure to give a certain cachet as a decorative addition to any kind of setting as their design is timel...

Art Deco gilt bronze rabbit, hare sculpture bookends - Edouard-Marcel Sandoz. Mounted over Black Belgium marble Bases. Signed Ed. M. Sandoz and Foundry Susse Freres Edition Paris. E...

This French Art Deco terracotta sculpture, dating from the 1930s, features a stunning centerpiece with swallows. The piece combines terracotta and glass, showcasing the elegance and ...

Young bear bronze figure / Sculpture. Probably paperweight or car mascot - hood ornament. Very nice details. Very good foundry quality, with original brown patina. We have specializ...

Sculpture in patinated and gilded bronze representing a horse in the Art Deco style, Modern Edition, XXI century. H: 22cm, W: 27cm, D: 10cm

A Wonderful Vintage Brass / Bronze Patinated Flamingo / Crane Large Art Deco Style Free Standing Sculpture

Unique, stunning and all handcrafted work of lighting art. Some pieces you only find once in your life and that is what we thought when we first saw this unique Art Deco era chandel...

Art Deco monkey car mascot with flag pole Boubou porte drapeau by Max Le Verrier. Metal with original silver patina on wooden base. France 1920/1930. ...

Art Deco Turkey bronze bookends signed Irenee Rochard. Very nice with original patina, mounted over marble bases. Irénée René Rochard (French, 1906 ~ 19...

French handmade glazed ceramic fish sculpture. Orchie was a ceramic manufacture in the North of France, near Belgium. This manufacture produced ceramics from 1886 to the 80's. Lejan...

Early 20th Century Spanish Sculptural Metal Door Knocker – Circa 1940 Add a touch of historical charm to your collection with this exquisite early 20th-century Spanish sculptural me...

Bookends of Panthers in drinking pose Chomed Bronze sculptures on red marble base. Original Art Deco, France, 1930's. Dimensions: Width 12 cm Height 10 cm Depth 7.5 cm.

"Crouching Deer" fawn green sculpture figure designed by Giovanni Gariboldi (1908 - 1971) Richard Ginori - San Cristoforo, Italy, 1940s. Cast ceramic sculpture with marbled green g...

Charles Lemanceau was born in 1905 in Paris. In 1923, he worked for Primavera. In 1925, he exhibited in the Salon d'Automne with his fellows Eugene Printz, Louis Sognot, Van Dongen,...

Pair of silver-inlaid brass Art Deco serpent candle holders Continental, c.1920 Height 32/34cm, width 9cm, depth 30cm Dating to the time of...

Rooster sculpture Art Deco Exquisite Bronze Fighting Rooster table sculpture two gallos Fabulous detail in bronze and brass a set of two figur...

Porcelain white & black cow creamer circa 1930.

This bronze seagull and black marble base is one of our favourite purchases so far this year. To us, this Art Deco era sculpture epitomizes everything the Art Deco period stood for....

Deco' panther sculpture in blown Murano glass from the 1940s. Transparent glass base, stylised panther sculpture in black glass, completely handmade. In excellent condition.

Attributed to GAB (Guldsmedsaktiebolaget) Inkwell in massive bronze. 1930's

This stunning pair of Art Deco white ceramic dove sculptures were realized by Jacques Adnet- one of the most celebrated and influential designers of the A...

A superb Art Deco bronze sculpture of a striding panther by Piero Palozzolo. Signed to bronze with foundry stamp to base. Dimensions: H 29cm W 53cm D 18cm Origin: French Date: Ci...

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Salviati & C Measures: Violet : 33 long x 10 high x 5.5 depth Green: 30 long x 9 high x 5.5 depth The lawyer Antonio Salviati and his dream In 1859 in his premises at Number 731 of Dorsoduro, Venice the “Salviati Dott. Antonio fu Bartolomeo” company was established. This is when, Vicenza-born lawyer Antonio Salviati started the entrepreneurial career, moved by a passion for the precious mosaics of the Basilica of San Marco and fascinated by Murano glass art, he decided to start-up his own production of mosaics and objects in Murano glass. An ambitious and far-sighted goal pushed him along this path: to revive the fate of Murano glass production that has been fallen for decades. A challenge which finds the maximum support from two fundamental figures in the history of Murano glass: the mayor of the island, Antonio Colleoni, and the Abbot Vincenzo Zanetti, founder of the glass museum and of the first art school for glass masters. The first successes and international investments The launchpad was the “First Glassmakers’ Exhibition” in 1864 in which Salviati participated with a monumental mosaic that earns him a prize superior to the Gold Medal. The success achieved affirmed the credibility of the Company which thus started its glass production in Palazzo da Mula. The new corporate and productive reality needed investors and the lawyer started to internationalise the company by addressing the economic and financial market across the Channel. The UK immediately showed huge interest in Salviati’s mosaics – as testified by the mosaic that can be seen on the façade of the current Apple Store in Regent Street, London. It was also in London, on 21st December 1866, that the “Società Anonima per Azioni Salviati & C.” was established with the support of diplomat Sir Austen Henry Layard and historian William Drake. The new corporate set-up was further established with the purchase of a new headquarter, this time on the Riva dei Vetrai in Murano. The universal show of Paris in 1867 celebrated the relaunch project of Antonio Salviati “Venice owes a debt of gratitude to the knight Salviati in the resurgence for one of the most legitimately famous of its industries”. From Esposizione Illustrata di Parigi, 1867 pg. 275. “Venice and Italy have gain huge success in the Universal Exhibition. The resurgence of one of the city’s most famous industries is consecrated in this very occasion by the gold medal awarded by the jury to Mr Salviati […] the crowd […] is gathering around the display cases that hold those pieces of glass that are so transparent and so light as to appear like woven air, impregnated, when in their elegant forms that become rainbows of those iridescent reflections that cover them at the artist’s whim – the author of a real ray of sunshine from the beautiful and splendid Venice”. From Esposizione Illustrata di Parigi, 1867 pg. 311 The fundamental role of training in murano glass Training plays a fundamental role for the Company; attendance at the Art School was made compulsory for “[…] all the young workers of the Factory who don’t only tire themselves in manual work. This was established with the idea not only to lift their dignity and their initially limited aspirations, […] but also to improve their artistic education and thereby facilitate an improvement also in their economic situation”. Together with the art school, a free school was also set up to teach all employees to read and write. Diversification in production and made-to-measure projects In a short time, Salviati & C. diversified its production to include glasses, cups, amphoras, and vials which guaranteed the first prize in the universal exhibition for three consecutive years. Its mosaic production also flourished, being used in world-class projects: from the Houses of Parliament in London, to the Viceroy’s palace in Alessandria in Egypt, to the Opera House of Paris, including the private homes of wealthy New York personality. The entire 19th century for Salviati & C. was represented by development, success and fame in the national and international markets, and the Company became a symbol and reference point of Murano glass art throughout the world. The Salviati legacy at the turn of the century On the death of Antonio Salviati in 1890, first his three children followed one another at the helm of the company and then Maurizio Camerino, previously general manager. It was thanks to him that the decorative mosaic project of the Stanford Memorial Church in Palo Alto (California, USA) took place after 12 years of work. As well as the opening of a sales point in Via Montenapoleone in Milan and the institution of a museum collection of Murano glass from the 19th and 20th centuries. The post-war years, biennials and lighting After Maurizio Camerino’s death in 1931, his three children took over the helm of the company: its solid foundations allowed them to strive for new important goals in the art world, participating in the Biennials of 1932 and 1934. Not even the Second World War could tarnish the strength of the Salviati brand: in the post-war years Renzo Camerino renewed the ruined production headquarter and enthusiastically restored all his commercial contacts. Thanks to his grandson Renzo Tedeschi (newly graduated in Engineering at the Polytechnic of Turin and upon his return from an apprenticeship in the United States), Salviati launched its production in lighting appliances. The following years saw intense growth in the number of collaborations with renowned artists and designers. In 1959, the production site was moved to Fondamenta Radi 16, where it still stands today. The great lighting projects The larger production area allowed the company to further expand the international market in the field of architectural lighting. A number of projects were undertaken, such as the 9-tonne, 22-metres high chandelier in the Chamber of Commerce in Parma, the ceiling illumination in the premises of the World Intellectual Property Organisation in Geneva and the Kowloon Hotel in Hong Kong; not to mention the sound-absorbing windows of the Aula Nervi in the Vatican and the lighting system of the great honour hall of the Philippine Plaza Hotel in Manila in collaboration with architect John Marsteller. The reputation of Salviati & C. was further affirmed by the commission – after an international call for bids – for twelve 11-metre high chandeliers for the Tonhalle concert hall in Dusseldorf, made using an innovative system of modular glass elements – “LS- System” – one of the today company’s cornerstones. Salviati from the modern age to the present The story of Salviati continues in the modern era, keeping the focus on creating an innovative style that had distinguished it since its inception. Participation in international exhibitions increased, such as the Venice Biennials from 1958 to 1972 (the final year in which Murano glass was allowed) thanks to projects by designers of the calibre of Betha and Teff Sarasin, Claire Falkestein, and Luciano Gaspari. In 1962 Salviati was awarded with the highest recognition in the Design world, the “Compasso d’Oro” prize assigned by A.D.I. for the Marco vase designed by architect Sergio Asti. In 1965 the company changed its name to Salviati & C. s.p.a.; then it was purchased by the Gruppo Ferruzzi in 1987 which later on it was transferred to a French company. Since 2015 the company returned to be Venetian with the acquisition by the Umana group. Salviati and its designers Salviati’s designers: Luciano Gaspari, Sergio Asti (Compasso d’Oro 1962), Claire Falkenstein, Ward Bennet, Teff and Betha Sarasin, Ingo Maurer, Ross Lovegrove, Amanda Levete, Tom Dixon, Nigel Coates, Thomas Heatherwick, Luca Nichetto, Ben Gorham...

Silvered bronze circa 1930. Eagle on a rock mounted on a marble base. Signed Rischmann. Eagle height: 31.5 cm Total height: 52 cm Width: 13 cm Depth: 13 cm Weight: 10Kg Henri Rischmann was well known for his silvered and polychromed animalia sculptures.

The piece are in perfect condition

Art Deco Charging Ram Silvered Bronze Sculpture - Italian 1930´s. Figure signed on the base C. Rossi and Grigio. Perfect desk paperweight. We have specialized...

Hawk. Glass. Natchmann, Germany, 20th century. Perched falcon figure, made of translucent glass. Natchmann (FX Nachtmann Bleikristallwerke GmbH) is a still active fine glassware fac...

French Art Deco antelope couple sculpture by Charles LEMANCEAU at Sainte-Radegonde, France, 1920s. Illustrated in the Sainte-Radegonde catalogue, page #8 (see photo). Measures: Width...

Incredible couple Art Deco in porcelain polycrhome parrots circa 1930.

Terracotta sculpture of a lioness, signed Henri Bargas, 20th century. Early 20th century terracotta sculpture of a lioness, Art Deco...

ART DECO PATINATED BRONZE TIGER A stunning patinated spelter sculpture of a fierce, roaring feline that embodies exceptional realism and expression. This masterpiece is expertly cra...

Two original Art Deco ceramic bookends depicting lion heads, attributed to Jan Schonk who designed for Royal pottery factory Gouda.

Ireneé Rochard Art Deco bronze representing the flight of a bronze stork with green patina on a black marble base. In very good shape. Stamped I Rochard on the base. Measures: heigh...

Art Deco parrot bookends by Georges Van de Voorde with Foundry seal Brig, Paris. The birds are in patinated Art metal and stand on green marble bases...

Art Deco French Figural Bakelite Bulldog Cane/Walking Stick with Solid Gold Ferrel  France, circa 1920s A true advanced collector/connoisseur's French Art Deco solid high-karat gol...

French Art Deco plaster tiger sculpture by Magnelli, France, 1900s. Tiger on the prowl. Old bronze patina. Measures: height : 5.1"(13cm), width : 21.3"(54.2cm), depth : 4.6"(11.8cm)....

Exotic Iron Design Art Deco animal sculptural set of a stunning wrought Iron frame featured with Cranes, Lizards and Palm leaves one of a kind original outdoor iron double door panel...

Bird sculpture / car mascot / paperweight / packet watch holder. Art Deco "Pelican Max Le Verrier " Genuine period sculpture. Excellent condition. Silvere...

Dolphin sculpture on an orange Murano glass ball, whose creation is attributed to Seguso in the 1960s Ø 9 cm Ø 19 cm h 23 cm Seguso is a family name synonymous with Murano glass, a...

Art Deco bronze pheasant sculpture by André Vincent Becquerel, Bronze, patinated on a Belgian Black marble base. France 1925.

Beautiful art deco pigeon bronze on a marble base signed G.Arisse on the base. Nice patina and perfect condition.

Very nice Art Deco bookends, pair of monkey’s figures. Mounted over green marble bases. Perfect to use for heavy books. Signed Bourcart, France, circa ...

Austrian Bronze Cat Figurine, Hagenauer This Austrian bronze cat figurine, attributed to Hagenauer, presents the feline in a stretched, arched pose...

Black glazed ceramic elephants signed: L. Francois France, 1930s Dimensions: Width 35 cm Height 23 cm. Depth: 9 cm

Vintage Hanging Flying Swan Sculpture Signed by Sylvia Weis This vintage hanging flying swan sculpture, signed by Sylvia Weis, is a stunning piece of art that will add elegance and ...

This stunning vintage carved wood eagle is a striking example of handcrafted artistry. With its majestic pose and detailed feather carvings, the eagle stands tall at 15.5 inches, sup...

A pair of rare french Art Deco lamps by Max le Verrier. The lamps are signed in the metal ) L.Artus, a pseudonym that Max le Verrier used only in the Twenties.The high quality proces...

Life size green glazed pottery sculpture of an endearing reclining lamb. The lamb with front legs crossed is looking back across its well cast and dimensional fur. Dimensions: 23 1/...

French Art Deco Gull Crackle Glaze Ceramic Sculpture by Geo Conde for Saint-Clément, 1920s. A striking French Art Deco ceramic sculpture featuring a gull in beautiful crackle glaze b...

French Art Deco couple of does by Charles LEMANCEAU at Saint-Clément's for Le Bon Marché, France, 1920s. Illustrated in the Saint-Clément's catalog, 1925, page #1 under the number #1...

Pair of Art Deco Austrian Bronze Rabbits Signed R. Desset Each rabbit mounted on a block of variegated green serpentine marble. Rabbits are ea...

Very nice statue of a female deer, authentic sculpture from the art deco period, in the typical flowing style, beautiful design of the doe lying down on a pink and beige veined piece...

Fine German Porcelain Pig Circa 1900. H / 3 inches. L / 5.5 inches.

Art deco sculpture in silvered bronze, "Swallow in flight". Signed Ruchot with founder's stamp Marcel Guillemard, stamped "Bronze". On a black marble base, note a shine on the marble...

Armand PETERSEN (1891-1969) : "Panthera" "New" white mat enamaled porcelain figuring a lying panthera Rare edition from Bing and Grondahl Edited betwenn 1932 and 1955 Referenced...

Art Deco sculpture in silvered bronze bird on branch of vines. The whole thing is on a black marble base (surfin from Belgium). Signed Bacquerel and stamped "bronze". Note two shine...

Stags by Lejan, France, 1920s. Ceramic. Successful aesthetic shape, for a model that very rarely appears on the marketplace. Measures: Width: 24"(60.7cm), height: 13"(33cm), depth: 5...

French Art Deco sculpture by Salvatore Melani, France, 1920s. "Lady with a lamb". Spelter, marble & onyx. Height: 8.5"(21.5cm), Width:17.65"(45cm), Depth: 5.3"(13.5cm). Signed "S.Mel...

19th century Portuguese Palissy plate with large alligators, lizards and turtles searching through mossy tuft. Indecipherable mark, probably Mafra, Ca...