19th Century French Patinated Terracotta Shepherd and Dog Sculpture

This evocative sculpture, hand-carved in France circa 1780 from solid walnut, depicts Saint John the Baptist, shown in youthful form holding an open book and accompanied by a lamb—hi...

Decorate a man's desk or a shelf with this antique dog and bird sculpture. Created in France circa 1870, and standing on an integral oval base, the sculpture composition depicts a se...

Decorate a gentleman's study or office with this antique earthenware figure. Sculpted in France, circa 1880, the terracotta statue depicts a farmer raking and harvesting his crops. T...

Place this tall patinated sculpture on a console or a buffet! Crafted in Belgium in 1932, the metal statue depicts a young boy eating his bowl of soup with dog watching with envy. The figurine has numerous marking to prove authentication. It is signed on the base by the artist "Rousseau". The sculpted figurine is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich patinated finish. Small dent on the dog's back (see last picture). Victor Rousseau (1865-1954) was a Belgian sculptor and medalist. Rousseau was of Walloon heritage and descended from a line of stonemasons. He began carving stone at age 11, working at the site of the Law Courts of Brussels, designed by architect Joseph Poelaert. He later apprenticed under sculptor Georges Houtstont, and took classes at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels. A winning competition entry for the Prix Godecharle in 1890 gave Rousseau the chance to travel in England, Italy, and two full years in France, after which he returned to the atelier of Belgian sculptor and teacher Charles van der Stappen...

This tall French statue of St. Bartholomew was hand-carved from oak in the 1700’s. This depiction of St. Bartholomew is not often seen in art, except for one of the most well known r...

A very well sculptured large terracotta seated hound. Most likely of an alsation This seated hound has very good detailing including the collar.His ears are pointed and he has a ve...

A rare and charming life-size model of a seated dog in buff terracotta, with head turned and an inquisitive expression on his face. He has clearly spent all his life indoors as the c...

Rare Victorian terracotta standing shepherd with pointed ears and long tail. A "working dog" depicted in the typical brown ceramic glaze with expressive glass eyes. Rust-colored buck...