19th Century Animal Sculptures

Unusual Majolica frog pitcher wearing a brown jacket signed Fives Lille, circa 1890.

Very charming vintage wooden hand-carved swan sculpture with a detailed bill and raised wings. This European folk art swan features an aged white ...

French Art Deco Bronze Sculpture – Roman Bull by Auguste Clésinger (1814–1883) Cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne Foundry – Reduction by Achille Collas France, 1858 This exquisite 19th-...

A charming pair of antique Victorian Staffordshire pottery spaniel figures. These classic red and white King Charles spaniels are beautifully hand-painted with expressive faces, gilt...

A charming antique 19th Century English Staffordshire hen covered tureen or eggery, circa 1880. No maker's mark. These were typically used to store e...

19th century Egyptian stone carving of Horus in the ancient style, the god in the form of a falcon. Quite possibly much earlier in date, it came from a collection that did have ancie...

Chinese export canton famille rose porcelain lidded teapot from the 19th century (Qing Dynasty era). Featuring hand-painted panels of figures, birds, and flowers. The lid has a crab ...

Hand-Carved Wooden Bison Sculpture on Natural Base, Vintage Rustic Art An exceptional hand-carved birch wood bison sculpture, masterfully executed in the late 20th century, capturin...

A wonderful and utterly charming greyhound or whippet Victorian antique paper clip or paperweight, made in England of finely cast silver plated bro...

Attractive pair of antique Victorian Staffordshire dogs, having a quality pair of antique Victorian Staffordshire dogs, with matching white coats with brown spots, matching gold coll...

Delightful and finely detailed cold-painted Vienna bronze figurine depicting two young birds perched on a large feather. Dating to circa 1900, this charming piece exemplifies the exq...

Tall antique Swedish horse in carved wood with original patinated paint in off-white color with blue dots. Made circa end of the 19th century. Th...

This handsome mid-Victorian fellow features much detail with bold lines and subtle shading. He prances on a grassy mound in a left facing position and is a rare large size. Most Vic...

Pair of antique Victorian quality Staffordshire dogs having brown and white coloured coats with gold collars, chains and padlocks unusual front leg In perfect original condition ...

An absolutely charming Victorian novelty jewellery box made from very heavy cast brass and I think that the dog himself is Bronze, with traces of the o...

Italian Alabaster Figure of the Medici Lion Late 19th century Italian carved alabaster 'Grand Tour' souvenir sculpture, after the antique, "The Medici Lion". Carved alabaster mode...

*Note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. Monumental Bronze Eagle Lectern Sculpture .. Symbol of Saint John the Evangelist, Church Relic, ca. 1900 For the true connoisseur of ecclesiastical antiques and meaningful design, this remarkable bronze eagle sculpture offers a rare opportunity to own an object that is both spiritually symbolic and visually commanding. Originally crafted as a Bible lectern...

19th century cast bronze figure of a hunting dog pointing by Pierre Jules Mene. This is a lovely bronze which has acquired a gorgeous patina over the years. The figure is a beautif...

A beautiful small antique bronze statue of a bulldog. The bronze is patinated in a beautiful green color. The statue is beautiful in shape and design, beautiful anatomy and posture. ...

A large pair of English split-leg Staffordshire poodles from the late 19th century, with sand textured coats to imply their thick hair. Staffordshire Dogs are named so for the area i...

French Patinated Spelter Bull Sculpture by Charles Valton (1851–1918). This striking French patinated spelter bull sculpture by Charles Valton is a fine example of late 19th-century...

A carving of a fearsome rearing lion, the position known as rampant, in silvery limewood. Fully carved to front and back. Depictions of lions rampant can be found on heraldic coats...

A fine antique 19th Century English Staffordshire porcelain fox hunting stirrup cup. Acquired from a collector's estate in England. This charming stirrup cup is in the form of a fox ...

Finest quality carved, Victorian era, Black Forest deer / stag wall sculpture. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own and enjoy antiques is for their decorative appeal an...

Extraordinary pair of fine glazed porcelain Foo dogs came to us out of an estate here in Savannah, Georgia, belonging to an old general that long ago brought them from Thailand. Used...

PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING Large ‘Huntsman/Valet with his Hounds’ Bronze Sculpture by PJ Mene – 1869. This is a LARGE sculpture, weighing over 175 lbs....

A 19th Century French Desvres faience whimsical salamander figurine by Fourmaintraux Freres. Hand-painted in typical colors of Desvres pottery in shades of blue, yellow, and red on w...

This is a Victorian Era very large scale pair of staffordshire Spaniel dogs. They have gilt accents around the chain and lock. The muzzle and snout along with other details are hand ...

Large French Neoclassical sculpture of Androcles and the Lion. Exceptional quality casting and patina. Mid 19th century. The runaway slave Androcles became friends with a wounded lion...

Large, exceptional quality bronze sculpture depicting The Education of Achilles by the Centaur Chiron, after the model by Francois Rude. Ear...

A 19th-century English brass doorstop shaped like a lion’s paw and ankle sitting on a hefty leaded base for weight and stability. The long handle makes it easy to move.

THE CAVALLO MAZZOCCHI (AFTER THE HERCULANEUM QUADRIGA HORSE) Italy, circa second half of the 19th century Verdigris patinated bronze, one foot raised on polished brass plinth, situat...

Rare hand-crafted entree stand. . .signed ‘RUEF’. (Ruef Brothers) This beautifully carved Black Forest bear will always be there to greet you when you come home. It does not matter...

Early 19th Century Black Forest Carved Wooden Deer Head with Antlers Carved from solid wood and mounted with naturally shed antlers, this expressive deer head exemplifies the rustic...

This large Swiss masterpiece wall plaque with clock is in perfect condition. The realistic and detailed carving consists of a pair of pheasant, a bird's nest, fine leafs and branche...

A well crafted solid bronze Japanese sculpture of a Prawn or Jumbo shrimp... A complement to any console of side table - a perfect addition to a collection of sea animals, bronzes ...

This is only the second time in many years of being in the antiques business that I have come across this wonderful figural equestrian inkwell. B...

Chinese Qing Dynasty Famille Rose porcelain sculpture of the Hotei Laughing Buddha (Budai) with hand-painted multicolored details surrounded by children. Comes with certificate of au...

A wonderful set of two Victorian heavy cast brass sitting English Pointer dogs. Depicted 'en profile' facing towards or from each other. They were originally made as doorstoppers, but also very useful as large bookends...

Pair of 19th century Staffordshire spaniel figures with separated front feet. This pair of dogs has wonderful hand painted copper...

A Pair of Monumental Japanese Bronze Cranes, Meiji Period (1868–1912) An exceptionally fine pair of Japanese bronze cranes, displaying the masterful realism and technical virtuosity ...

Antique sculpture signed by Auguste Cain 1821-1894. Auguste-Nicolas Caïn (born November 10, 1821 in Paris; † August 6, 1894) was a French animal sculptor and medalist. Title of bronze work: "le Chant Du Coq." This model is illustrated in the literature: Pierre Kjellberg...

apanese bronze tiger from the Meiji period, featuring a warm brown-red patina. The piece is crafted to a high standard, modelled with realistic proportions in a dynamic forward-movin...

Small French white terracotta Majolica rabbit Bavent, circa 1890. (Normandy). Measures: Length / 8 inches, height / 6 ...

Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) patinated bronze sculpture of a tiger with cub. Mounted on a carved hardwood base decorated with foliage. High...

This fantastic monumental cast iron rooster is very large and heavy. It was probably used in a store front as a trade sign or a garden element. The patina is amazing and in very good...

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red. Item features a carved wood horse, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and lea...

These are an excellent matching pair of large antique Chinese Foo or lion dog sculptures, sometimes called temple lions or Shishi, made of bronze with fine detail, originally hand enameled and gilded dating to the 19th century, Qing period or earlier. These are a very beautiful matching pair of large Bronze Chinese...

Antique Children Carousel Lama Sculpture, Germany late 19th Century Item e7296 A wooden carved children's carousel lama statur decorated with polychrome painting, made in Germany around the 1890s. 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...

19th century Anglo Indian relief carving of a rat, and elephant riding on a snake or serpent and a tiger. With traces of gilding and remnants of a glass inlaid background. This is a ...

Bronze Roaring Tiger with Terrifying Eyes by TSUNEMITSU, Japan, Meiji Period (1868-1912). This magnificent bronze sculpture of a roaring tiger, created by Japanese artist Tsunemitsu...

A folk art sculpture of a horse from the 19th Century. This wooden horse has been scraped to original its color. This animal sculpture can nicely stand on a writing desk, a cupboard ...

An antique refined bronze sculpture of boy playing with a hoop and a stick go with a Whippet/Greyhound dog. It has the original patina, signed on the base: Jules Moigniez. Made in Fr...

19th century terracotta bear figure from Austria. He is a wonderful mold and is hand painted with such expression! He has lovely detail and is certain to put a smile on your face.

An English porcelain Staffordshire dog decorative object sculpture, Victorian design period, circa late-19th century, England. What a chic dog w...

ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE French, 1795-1875 "Tigre Qui Marche" Patinated bronze Signed in base "BARYE", incised "F. BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR, FRANCE" conceived 1841, cast circa 1880-1900 Item # 110UGP10Q Barye's ability to merge our romantic idealization of nature with a colder reality of nature's predator is beautifully represented in this striding cat. Originally conceived in 1841, Tigre Qui Marche (Walking Tiger...

19th century American black cast iron piggy bank, money box, animal sculpture. We left it intentionally in the distressed look to show its a...

Fine 19th Century Italian Carved Wooden Dogs believed to be Whippets or Italian Greyhounds. Carved on Pedestals. Figures are characterized by their elegant, elongated forms and carv...

Large rare French Majolica swan vase signed Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. Height / 23.3 inches. 16 inches by 12 inches. At the end of 19th century, Choisy le roi was one of the most im...

The antique or vintage cast ironsculpture depicts a group of three hunting pointer dogs, standing in attentive poses with their heads turned towards the viewer. Naturalistically scu...