1880s Sculptures

An extraordinary and large patinated bronze sculpture representing the Roman god Mercury, seated on a rocky base. The work is by the French sculptor Eutrope Bouret (1833-1906), reno...

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 superb antique English majolica glazed ceramic gurgling fish pitcher or glug jug, circa 1880. Maker's mark on reverse. This whimsical fish pitcher has a stylish design in a lovely ...

19th century mounted Coco de Mer Dimensions in inches: H 17” x W 12” x D 7.5” Age: 1890 - 1900 Origin: Unknown Condition: Aged Overview A great example of a 19th Century hand forg...

Antique 19th Century Bronze Lion Sculpture, European Animalier Naturalist Style Decorative Bronze Figure for Luxury Home & Interior Décor This exceptional 19th-century antique br...

Fabulous horse head hitching post from the latter part of the 19th century. Beautiful craftsmanship and detail in the casting. Horse Head sits on a fluted round column with a new ste...

Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite pair of Egyptian sphinx statues. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these magnificent sculptures are made of scaiola pl...

American Copper full bodied pig directional weathervane resting on squared iron stand, late 19th century.

A large Majolica triple bamboo vase decorated with four birds attributed to Delphin Massier, circa 1880.

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...

Large Palissy fishs wall platter on a blue background with bugs, butterfly, lizard, crawfish, shells, leaves as ferns. The School of Paris is composed by makers as Victor Barbizet, F...

An exceptional antique horse head sculpture, masterfully crafted in iron, capturing the raw power, elegance, and emotional depth of one of nature’s...

This is a stunning antique pair of patinated bronze reclining Classical semi-nude sculptures of young ladies mounted on carved marble bases, circa 1880 in date. These exceptionally ...

A truly outstanding and rare find, this is an outstanding Victorian figural inkwell made from a winning combination of brass and silver plate and retaining his wonderful two original...

A lovely quality 19th Century black forest centre piece, having an ornate carved trunk at the centre with a removable glass stem with out swept scalloped edge, a large hunting dog st...

A pair of Egyptian Revival ebonized sphinx carvings, circa 1880. 6 ¼ inches wide by 12 inches deep by 10 inches tall

Large bronze sculpture titled "Mignon" by Eugène Antoine Aizelin depicting a seated peasant woman resting with her small guitar. The title is marked in the front of the piece "Mignon...

Elegant late 19th century gilt bronze bust of César, attributed to French maker F. Aulde. Executed in a neoclassical style, the bust represents a Roman figure—likely Julius Caesar—dr...

We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare, Musical, original circa 1880 Swiss made Black Forest wood, Fox whip hook with glass eyes These...

This is an antique greyhound figure. A French, bronze dog paperweight or ornament, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. A charming decorative piece, ideal for the desk, s...

Fée de Printemps (Spirit of Spring) by Mathurin Moreau (1822-1912) Signature and foundry stamped to base Marked "Exposition universelle de 1889" E. Colin & Cie, Paris foundry

A late 19th-century French Baroque-style carved wood ornament, now presented on a custom black metal stand. Richly detailed and deeply sculpted, the composition centers on a dramatic...

Very large bronze sculpture with brown patina, based on the group "The Rape of the Sabine Women" by John of Bologna (Giambologna). This pivoting composition shows three figures in motion: a man on the ground defeated with his shield turned upside down, a second one arched clutching a woman launched towards the sky trying to escape, all on a naturalistic base. The Sabine man, the Roman and the Sabine woman are all depicted naked. This staging plays on serpentine lines known as "figura serpentinata" and diagonals giving a beautiful variety of volumes and a multiplicity of angles of view. The bronze is signed F. De Luca...

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...

Shapely dress form mannequin from the 19th century. In good working order, on castor wheels. Has minor water stains, no tears or damage to the fig...

Amusing Majolica monkey pianist tobacco jar Sarreguemines, circa 1880.Rarely found complete with his lid ,he wear a costume of Oriental style, he play piano and two books are represe...

A magnificent and important gilded bronze and Onyx centrepiece dating to around 1880. The beautifully cast base is made from bronze and covered in gold. The theme is highly sought...

Bronze sculpture "The Slave Girl," the making of which is attributed to Giacomo Ginotti in 1800 Ø cm 15 Ø cm 20 h cm 44 Giacomo Ginotti (1845-1897) was an important 19th-century It...

A very large bronze figure of an Egyptian Scribe by Emile Louis Picault (French, 1833-1915), beautifully modeled and detailed with the finest quality w...

Finely sculpted each with a mane. Each with rings for hanging. Old gilded surface.

They are in Miami. We offer free shipping in Florida. They were exhibited at Palm beach "American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF)" In the photos you can see a pair of lions of...

Oversize and spectacular 19th century Black Forest carved wood trophy wall plaque with a large fish. Beautiful carved border with acanthus leaves. Measur...

Sculpture called "Pro Ingenio" made by Émile Lois Picault (1833-1915), made of Carrara marble, a gilt bronze harp and ivory laurels. The sculpture represents Jupiter and eagle. Signe...

Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine from the 19th century: Fully sculpted porcelain figurine of an antique-style young beauty standing in a dancing pose in an elaborately pleat...

Bronze of Hermes with petasos on stylized landscape base with shell decoration on round marble plinth. There signed Sabatino, Naples, 1882.   

A late 19th-century French Baroque-style carved wood ornament, now presented on a custom black metal stand. Richly detailed and deeply sculpted, the composition centers on a dramatic...

A Very Large 19th century Meissen porcelain Group of Russian Calvary General, believed to be Mikhail Kutuzov, the hero of Borodino, with aide de camp, marked with the Meissen underglaze blue crossed swords, and incised and impressed with numbers. While Russia endured great hardships during Napoleon's invasion, it was the skill of her general's and a terrible Russian winter...

This Victorian Majolica stork vase is signed Joseph Holdcroft, inspired by Minton Joseph Holdcroft offer here a different version more rustic. It's...

A charming pair of ebony elephants sculpted out of solid ebony, modelled in a striding stance,  also more unusual having the textured surface giving them better effect. In good condition with no breaks, nicely patinated surface and still retaining the original carved bone tusks...

A fine ‘Black Forest’ walnut eagle, shown perched on a rocky outcrop with the wings raised and the head turned to the right, Swiss, circa 1880.   

German Porcelain Figure of Hussar on Horseback, Meissen, circa 1880.

Emile Gallé (1846-1904) was one of the greatest French glassmakers and ceramists of the 20th century. The son of a master glassmaker, he came into contact with the art world at an ea...

Gorgeous antique metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item in metal with a lock. Made in Austria, circa 1880s or older. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or c...

An exceptional Meiji period Japanese bronze sculpture by the renowned master Genryusai Seiya, signed SEIYA zo to the underside. Naturalistically cast in the form of a standing Bactri...

A Pair of Antique 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Model of Bolognese Dogs, After J. Kirchner. A finely modeled pair of 19th-century Meissen porcelain figures depicting Bolognese dogs...

19th Century French bronze figure of the seated Lorenzo De Medici, Duke of Urbino. Modelled in Roman armour he is sat deep in thought, he was given the nickname The Thoughtful One). ...

Modeled after the original found at Pompeii.

This charming antique Black Forest inkstand dates from circa 1880. Beautifully modelled, hand carved from linden wood, with mother and baby bear on a naturalistically carved rocky outcrop. The inkwells are in the form of a pair of tree trunks with fluted glass wells with carved lids and a useful pen tray in front. Condition: In excellent condition. As an antique item, it shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, the inkstand displays beautifully. Dimensions in cm: Height 15 cm x Width 23 cm x Depth 14 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 6 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 5 inches History of Black Forest Carving The idea behind the success of Brienz wood carving was quite simple. After a disastrous famine in 1816 in the Brienz area people were forced to find new areas of revenues. Driven by the need to create jobs in the Bernese Oberland, an economically underdeveloped region, the Swiss government encouraged the existing resource of timber industry to liaise with the traditional wooden craftsmanship. It took some time to improve from home requirements to sophisticated designed arts but the process was supported by the rising amount of tourists visiting the region. Christian Fischer and other founders Christian Fischer (1790-1848) started self-taught from simple turneries (carved bowls and other articles of daily use) to unsophisticated regional animals and people. Due to his success and the interest of the tourists, other carvers started also following his idea of carving the pristine naturalism. The Swiss government supported these start-ups with additional training of apprentices at special trade school. Brienz School of Wood Carving In 1884 the "School of Wood Carving, Brienz" was founded. It became an important educational institution to strengthen and develop the artistic backgrounds and exhibit an area of creativity. During the years of war in the 20th century, the demand for wooden sculptures came to rest and led to the re-orientation in areas such as toys and carvings for constructions. Beyond that the Brienz wood carving articles had to face an enormous competition from abroad. The School of Wood Carving had to get through difficult economic times but in the late 1970s wood carving enjoyed a renaissance. A lot of young people searched for elemental jobs and added a new value to school education. Today Brienz School of Wood Carving is combined with the education of turner, basket makers and coopers. The school still claims high-quality standards and follows old principles with regard to future perspectives. Wild animals At all times wild animals fascinate people. The highland around Brienz has large variety of different wild animals. Bears are among the most popular models for carvers. On the one hand bears are easy to cut and on the other hand they have a strong symbolized image. The enthusiasm for bears in art...

A very rare superb quality 19th century black forest carving of an Arab riding a racing camel, the quality and execution of the carving is fabulou...

This exquisite pair of antique Italian bronze busts represents the timeless allure of the Grand Tour era, featuring depictions of Dionysus and Ariadn...

A refined wall sculpture of a Bulldog coming out of a doghouse with a branch in its mouth. Made of brown patinated bronze. With refined casting details such as the wood grain of the ...

Simple and very elegant hand carved Alabaster Bust of a young woman on a terra verde marble plinth. From the Art Nouveau period apparently unsigned. In excellent antique condition w...

Large Japanese Hirado Porcelain Blue & White grouping of Shi Shi dogs playing, Meiji Period Modeled as a pair of shishi playfully wrestling, the grou...

An important pair of Meissen Porcelain Groups depicting "Alexander The Great Concurring India". Modeled with Alexander the great's three warriors/soldiers riding on caparisoned eleph...

A rare, large and very dramatic porcelain sculpture of a monkey made by Ernst Bohne & Sohne in Rudolstadt in Volkstedt, Thuringia, Germany, c. 1880. The monkey is smiling with great...

Antique Hand-Carved Tyrolean Farmer Sculpture, ca. 1880 This finely carved wooden figure depicts a traditional Tyrolean farmer sitting relaxed on a r...

A fine Antique 19th century cast gilt bronze statue of the medieval French King Louis VII of France, circa 1880. King Louis VII (1120–1180) was the King of France from 1137 until his death and was famous for his role in the crusades. The statue is very finely cast and depicts Kind Louis VII wearing his crown and medieval armor decorated with Fleur de Lis and his coat of arms with a coronet, his swork hanging by his side. The figure is resting on a ruin of a gothic arch niche with a Knight templar standing with his sword, to the right on the ground is the kings shield featuring a cross and resting on his battleaxe. The statue is raised on a black marble plinth, condition is excellent, the quality of the casting & gilding is of the finest quality and done by the lost wax method (or Cire Perdue in French) This very fine antique gilt bronze is ready to grace your space. Louis VII is best known for his involvement in the Second Crusade (1147–1149), an ill-fated military campaign to the Holy Land aimed at recapturing territory from Muslim forces. Louis VII was also married to Eleanor of Aquitaine...

French heavy cast figural bronze elephant vase after Antoine-Louis Barye, Signed A. Barye, Late 19th Century. Approximately 25lbs in weight.

A beautiful antique black forest standard, fine carved chestnut wood. The center is covered with green fabric. Small objects can be displayed on this. The standard comes with three c...

Important pair of patinated cast bronze busts representing goddesses Mars and Minerva. Beautifully cast in the Renaissance Beaux Arts style, featuring cherubs , sea horses and classical attribute, retaining a weathered verdigris patinas from being exposed outdoors . Both sculptures are unsigned and both bear a museum collection inventory number. France: circa 1880 Provenance: Former collection of the "Clerc De Saint -Viateur" or the Clerics of Saint Viator also known as the Viatorians a Roman Catholic clerical religious congregation of Pontifical Right for men (priest, brothers and lay associates) founded in Lyon, France, in 1831 by Father Louis Querbes. The congregation had a large collection including the pair of sculptures on loan to the Musée De Musée...