European Animal Sculptures

Lladro, Spain. Two porcelain figurines. Two pigeons and mandarin duck, 1980s-1990s. Largest measures: 20.5 x 12 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.     

Painted ceramic, good original vintage condition. Beautiful and unique decorative sculptures. Yorkshire Dogs Sculpture was produced in Staffordshire, En...

Pre-owned goods are exempt from import duties for U.S. customers. Therefore, no import tariffs will be applicable to your purchase. Royal Copenhagen. Porcelain figurine of a sittin...

Rare Antique Children Carousel Horse, Germany early 20th Century A wooden carved children's carousel, stallion with polychrome painting, made in Germany around 1910. Original unrestored condition, partially repainted, traces of use according to the old age, some minor imperfections. A great addition to any sophisticated interior decoration. The first carousel horses were created in the 18th century for the entertainment of aristocrats. The enthusiasm spread to broad sections of the population and the Vienna Prater was opened with a carousel in 1766. Germany developed into a center of carousel construction. Famous manufacturers included Friedrich Heyn...

In 1921 Guido Bitossi founded the "Maioliche artistiche Guido Bitossi" factory, proposing a type of production linked to the tradition and classical styles of the past, combined with...

Playful true to life silver frog that serves as a lighter other than being a decorative piece of artwork. Expertly handmade by the Florentine silversmiths, the Lisi Brothers, its rea...

A beautiful 9.25" tall Swarovski Crystal Macaw, chrome green, #685824 comes with original box and paperwork. This Paradise bird is made of green crystal and is beak is made of chrome...

A Fine Pair of French 19th/20th Century Gilt-Bronze Sculptures of "The Marly Horses" (Now turned into lamps) After the original by Guillaume Coustou (French, 1677-1746). The large pair of equestrian bronze sculptures, finished in a gold patina, each depicting rearing horses with their groom, both raised on oval a black slate and Bardiglio marble bases and fitted with modern electrical twin-light brass fittings and cream colored shades. The base on an ebonized wooden platform. Circa: Paris, 1900-1920. Sculpture & Base Height: 31 1/4 inches (79.8 cm) Base Width: 21 3/4 inches (55.3 cm) Base Depth: 12 3/4 inches (32.4 cm) Height to top of (Adjustable) shade fitting: 48 1/4 inches (122.6 cm) Shade Height: 15 inches (38.1 cm) Shade Width: 26 inches (66.1 cm) Shade Depth: 20 inches (50.8 cm) The original Marly Horses are two 1743–1745 Carrara marble sculpted groups by Guillaume Coustou. They were commissioned by Louis XV of France for the trough at the entrance to the grounds of his château de Marly. Coustou's last works, they were intended to replace two other sculpted groups, Mercury on Pegasus and Pegasus, Renown of Horses, both by Antoine Coysevox, which had been removed to the Tuileries Gardens in 1719. Louis XV chose the modellos in 1743 and the full-size sculptures were completed in only two years, being installed at Marly in 1745. They proved highly successful in reproduction, particularly on a smaller scale, and prefigured Théodore Géricault and other Romantic artists' obsession with equestrian subjects. The Marly horses were later also used as the central motif of the monochrome 819-line RTF/ORTF test card which was used on TF1 from 1953 until 1983. The originals were moved to the place de la Concorde in Paris in 1794 and Louis-Denis Caillouette (1790–1868) restored them in 1840. In 1984 it was concluded that the annual military parades on 14 July were damaging the sculptures and they were replaced by marble copies produced by Michel Bourbon in the studio of a subsidiary of Bouygues. The latter also gained the right to an extra copy, which was placed in Bouygues's social building. The original sculptures were moved to a former courtyard in the Richelieu wing of the Louvre Museum, which was renamed the 'cour Marly' in their honour, whilst Bourbon's two main copies were moved to the originals' first site near the trough at Marly, with work overseen by the architect Serge Macel. Guillaume Coustou the Elder (29 November 1677, Lyon – 22 February 1746, Paris) was a French sculptor of the Baroque and Louis XIV style. He was a royal sculptor for Louis XIV and Louis XV and became Director of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture in 1735. He is best known for his monumental statues of horses made for the Chateau of Marly, whose replicas now stand in the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Coustou was a member of a family of famous sculptors; his uncle, Antoine Coysevox, was a royal sculptor; his elder brother, Nicolas Coustou was a sculptor, and his son Guillaume Coustou the Younger also become a noted royal sculptor. Like his older brother, he won the (Prix de Rome) of the Royal Academy which entitled him to study for four years at the French Academy in Rome. However, he refused to accept the discipline of the academy, gave up his studies, set out to make his own career as an artist. He worked for a time in the atelier of the painter Pierre Legros, and eventually returned to Paris. Upon his return to Paris, he assisted his uncle Coysevox in making two monumental equestrian sculptures, Fame and Mercury, for the Château de Marly, the new residence of Louis XIV near the Palace of Versailles, where he went to escape the crowds and ceremony of the Palace. He later (1740–1745), made his own horses, The Horses of Marly, his most famous works, to replace them. The horses reinvent the theme of the colossal Roman marbles of the Horse Tamers in the Piazza Quirinale, Rome. They were commissioned by Louis XV in 1739 and installed in 1745 at the Abreuvoir ("Horse Trough") at Marly. The horses were considered masterpieces of the grace and expressiveness of the French Late Baroque or Rococo style. After the Revolution they were moved from Marly to the beginning of the Champs-Élysées on the Place de la Concorde. The originals were brought indoors for protection at the Louvre Museum in 1984. In 1704 Coustou was received into the Académie royale de peinture et de sculpture. The work he made to mark his entrance was Hercules on the Pyre, now in the Louvre. It displays the special hallmark of the Baroque, a twisting and rising transverse pose, as well as highly skillful carving. He rose to become Director of the academy in 1733. Another of his major works from his later career, the statue of Maria Leszczynska, (1731)is on display at the Louvre. Coustou also created two colossal monuments, The Ocean and the Mediterranean among other sculptures for the park at Marly; the bronze Rhone, which formed part of the statue of Louis XIV at Lyons, and the sculptures at the entrance of the Hôtel des Invalides. Of these latter, the bas-relief representing Louis XIV mounted and accompanied by Justice and Prudence was destroyed during the Revolution, but was restored in 1815 by Pierre Cartellier from Coustou's model; the bronze figures of Mars and Minerva (1733–34), on either side of the doorway, were not interfered with. In 1714 for Marly he collaborated in two marble sculptures representing Apollo Chasing Daphne (both at the Louvre), in which Nicolas Coustou sculpted the Apollo and Guillaume the Daphne. About the same time he was commissioned to produce another running figure in marble, a Hippomenes designed to complement an Atalanta copied from the Antique by Pierre Lepautre...

A large early 18th century carved gilt wood eagle, mounted on a square red velvet covered plinth. Originally used as a lectern adornment, this archite...

Rare large reclining bulldog sculpture in cold-painted terracotta (75 cm long), featuring finely detailed hand painting and inset glass eyes. In fine o...

AMBIANIC presents Valenti Leather Elephant Sculpture Spain stamped by maker in the style of Abercrombie and Fitch and Dimitri Omersa 5.75 h x 8.5 long x 2.5 d Original vintage unrest...

This porcelain sculpture of a Leopard is made by the Italian artist Ronzan. It can be dated in the 1950s. Giovanni Ronzan and his brother founded the Ronzan factory circa 1940s short...

This wooden figurine of a Bison was made in Denmark during the 1960s. Hand-made of high-quality teak wood with clearly visible grain. The minimalist form with simplified details refl...

This is a fine antique French Empire Revival ormolu and patinated marble casket, circa 1820 in date. Of rectangular form decorated with  a central sculp...

A very finely cast late 19 century Grand Tour bronze replica of the renowned statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni on horseback set on a verde antico marble base after the life sized bronze statue by the Renaissance sculptor Andrea Del Verrocchio...

I found this very lovely Austrian cold painted terracotta model of a Pug Dogie in seated position with little red collar adorned with gold pain...

Sculpture in Murano glass, pink Swan with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 15 cm x H 24 cm x D 7 cm ( L 5.9" x H 9.4" x D 2.7") We recently came across the untouched i...

This wonderful ceramic sculpture of a Turtledove is by the key Art Deco designer Jacques Adnet and was first shown at the pivotal 'Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Moder...

Swan bird Sculpture in Murano glass, pink with crystal details, Italy in stock Dimensions: L 19 cm x H 20 cm x D 9 cm ( L 7.4" x H 7.8" x D 3.5") We recently came across the untouc...

Vintage wall plaque abstract mid century ceramic wall hanging stoneware Blue glazed Owls relief designed by Sven Aage Jensen and manufactured by S...

This rare and vibrant Iittala art glass bird, designed by the renowned Finnish artist Oiva Toikka, represents the Pirol (Golden Oriole) or Kuhankeittäjä. Created between 1994 and 199...

Mid Century Murano Bull, Italian Somerso glass art, clear Murano glass with gold flakes and a central blood red and cobalt blue accent, circa mid 20th cent...

A sculpture titled the ‘Rolling Horse’ by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills, signed twice to the tail. Representing Mill's equestrian art collection, this bronzed resin ...

1978 Gio Ponti designed silver plated horse sculpture, titled "Cavallo", edition Lino Sabattini for Christofle, 2008. Very good condition. Comes with original Christofle box and non-...

Clear Murano glass sculpture depicting a rearing horse by Arnaldo Zanella (signed). Dimensions: 23.5"H x 17"W x 7"D

The pair of French hand-carved antique garden stone lions are crouching and are made of stone. The dimensions are for the slightly larger of th...

A late Victorian Bronze Pointer by Pierre Jules Mene (1810-1879). Excellent patination, signed 'P.J. Mene' to base. Dimensions: H 11cm W 22cm D 9.5cm Origin: French Date: Circa...

Handmade sheep in white fur and teak coloured wood. Designed by German artist and designer Hans-Peter Krafft, produced in Germany by Meier Germany. Originally used as a stool, the ...

Italy, 1950s. Made in airbrushed ceramic. They are vintage pieces, therefore they might show slight traces of use, but they can be considered as in excellent original condition and ...

Rare, unusual ceramic elephant figurine features semi-matte burnt orange and espresso brown glaze in typical West German Pottery style. Warm, earthy, organic palette of the glaze emp...

A Pair of beautiful Sheep stools . Unique and beautiful in the living room, den or Childs room The pair are wonderfully decorative, however are used for stools, or as a pull up in a room when extra guests come by. They are a wooden frame with Yak fur...

Highly stylish bronze pendant light with nine organic, amber color alabaster shades. If you are looking for a truly stylish antique light fixture to grace your dining room or kitche...

This exceptional antique teapot mold, crafted by the renowned Staffordshire factory in Minton circe 1860s, is a captivating piece of design history. Made of cast plaster, it depicts ...

Three dimensional Majolica dish centered with a large lobster and surrounded by oysters. Signed Caldas, Portugal on reverse side.

Pair of Vintage Solid Brass Male and Female Pheasant Bird Sculptures, the Both Male and Female Sculptures are in good condition, great for Home Decor Dimensions: Male- 14"W X 4"D X 4...

Breathtaking porcelain peacock by Nymphenburg, the sculptor Theodor Ka¨rner created in 1906. This model was is signed and dated by the artist in 1912. This piece is also marked with ...

Pair of art deco bookends in spelter with bronze and green patina on a sea green marble base, representing borzoi. Small old restoration on one of the corners of the base. Signed o...

This decorative glass case from the 1930s is a stunning display piece that adds a touch of vintage elegance to any interior. Featuring a pair of taxidermy pheasants, it captures the ...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown dark amethyst and gold flecks Italian art glass decorative squirrel figurine / sculpture. Documented to designer Archimede Seguso, circa 1950s. Cr...

Bronze hunting hound. Antique continental bronze metal cast hound on the hunt on white marble base. Stamped DEP. Italy, 19th century Dimensions: 9.5" W x 4.75" D x 6.5" H

This set of bronze monkey sculptures depicts the classic motif of the "Three Wise Monkeys" — See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil. Each monkey is made with intricate detail, feat...

Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful swan ring holder. Crafted from high-quality metal with silver plating, it is the perfect addition to any...

French Majolica Elephant Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Measures: Height / 5.4 inches. Length / 6.7 inches.

Bird Sculpture by Tyra Lundgren for Venini 1930s A rare bird sculpture made of straw colored glass decorated with an iridized surface. Designed by Tyra Lundgren in 1938, manufacture...

French Art Deco glazed black ceramic elephant statue by Charles LEMANCEAU at Saint-Clement, France, 1920s. Width: 17.1"(43.5cm), Height: 11.4"(29cm), Depth : 5.2"(13.3cm).

Petite mid-20th century glazed ceramic elephant flower pot seat. Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden.  

Questi artisti toscani riescono con la loro bravura a prendere ispirazione dalle meravigliose colline toscane ma anche dal prezioso mar Tirreno. Un buon bicchiere di vino e il gioco ...

Pair of Black Forest Carved-Game Trophy Plaques, late 19th Century Superbly hand-carved in deep relief, each oval plaque presents a freshly taken game-bird—a woodcock on one, a partr...

Superb sculpture by Giulia Mangani for high end Italian decor company Ogetti, having labels on the piece. Two beautifully posed gilded and porcelain decorated herons with detailed b...

A truly stunning large vintage bronze Heron sculptural pond fountain, late 20th century in date. This is a beautiful garden pond fountain sculpted in bronze with contrasting brown a...

Traditional plaster figure of a dog. Made in traditional Catalan atelier in Olot, Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserv...

1970s Original large travertine giraffe sculpture by Enzo mari for F.lli Mannelli. The item is in excellent condition. Made in Italy. Dimension: 2,75 w x 1,18 D x 7,87 H inches L 7 ...

Don Quixote on horse on marble base. Signed A. Hussman.

Mid-20th Century Pair of Hand-crafted Italian Murano Cockatiel Sculptures. Beautiful sculptures feature vibrant cobalt blue with slight pink-tinged bi...

This large Staffordshire spill vase features a proud stag with a fawn standing on a shaped base. The deer are painted in naturalistic orange/brown. The upper edge of the tree trunk is gilded, and the white base has a fine gilt line. The piece is decorated mainly on the front (see images). Ref, 'Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875' Book 2, by A.& N. Harding, page 243, figure 2911/2912. Dimensions: 11.75" tall x 7.25" long x 2.75" wide Condition: Excellent, with very slight rubbing to the gilt on the top of the tree trunk. Price: $320 Background of Staffordshire Deer...

Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown opalescent white and red stripe Italian art glass flat fish sculpture. The fish is created in the manner of the Cenedese Company. The ...

Beautiful vintage Murano hand blown opalescent cobalt blue and white opalescent Italian art glass fish sculpture / paperweight. Created in the manner of designer Archimede Seguso, in the "Alabastro" technique. The main body is almost a ball, with large applied opal white fins...

Bengal Tiger sculpture by Santini made of silver electroplated cast composite and mounted on wooden base.

This is a mid century horse figurine, made of full lead crystal, designed by Bengt Edenfalk for the Swedish brand Skruf. Skruf is a Swedish...

The jellyfish is the main element of the Mosche Bianche's "Medusa" Collection: fluid, delicate but also dangerous and deadly. It represents the water, the circle of life. The speci...