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Animal Sculptures For Sale
Period: 18th Century
Period: 17th Century
Period: 15th Century and Earlier
Period: 16th Century
Aztec Sculpture of a Spider Monkey with Pre-1970 UNESCO-Compliant Provenance
Located in Culver City, CA
Aztec Spider Monkey with Wind God Regalia This sculpture portrays a spider monkey (Ateles geofroyi) wearing the regalia associated with the Aztec Wind God, Quetzalcoatl-Ehecatl. Th...
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15th Century and Earlier Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Griffin Head, Italy, 16th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Griffin head Italy, 16th century On a modern metal stand Measures: 20 x 29 x 21 cm (without the stand) The griffin is a legendary creature with the body of a lion, the head an...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Rare Pair of Venetian Sitting Mastiffs Dogs
By Venetian School
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Rare pair of sitting Mastiffs dogs. Venice, end of 15th century - first half of the 16th century. Istrian stone. Provenance: - Important private collection of an architect and scenographer from Orvieto (Umbria) A regular exportation licence delivered by the Italian Ministry of Culture accompanies the work. The representation of the dog dates back to ancient times, when dogs were considered weapons of war and used to attack the enemy or stand guard to protect strategic locations. At the entrance to the Pompei’s villa, the presence of a "cave canem...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Monumental Pair of Chinese Carved Wood Brush Pots, Late 18th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
Monumental pair of Chinese carved wood brush pots adorned with mother of pearl and white bone details. Late 18th century. Brush pots were used by Chines...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Pop Art Cement Sculpture 'Gato con flores' by Argentine Author Edgardo Giménez
Located in North Miami, FL
Pop Art painted cement sculpture 'Gato con flores' by argentine author Edgardo Giménez By: Edgardo Giménez Material: cement, limestone, paint, enamel, clay, acrylic Technique: molded, enameled, painted, hand-painted Dimensions: 7 in x 6 in x 12.5 in Date: mid-20th century, 1965 Style: Pop Art, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Place of origin: Argentina This vibrant 1965 Pop Art cat...
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1660s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Antique Animal Sculptures

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Limestone, Cement, Enamel

Flemish Alabaster Sculpture Group of Three Lions Playing
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Alabaster group of three lions playing on a naturalistic base, raised on a gilt-edged plinth. From England, Spain, and France, to the Low Countries, Germany, and Poland, alabaster w...
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Early 18th Century Antique Animal Sculptures

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Alabaster

Cane Corso, XVIII Century
Located in Petworth, GB
AN ITALIAN CARVED MARBLE STUDY OF A CANE CORSO, 18TH CENTURY An ancient and loyal breed, the Cane Corso, also known as an Italian Mastiff, has a long and interesting history dating ...
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1780s Italian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Group of carved wooden monkeys. Lombardy, second half of the 18th century
Located in Milano, IT
Group of four monkeys in finely carved and dark patinated basswood. The primates, depicted with an abundance of anatomical detail, assume singular poses that make them different from...
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1750s Italian Other Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

massive rare south German lion bronze Door Knocker, 17th Century
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
very big and massive bronze door knocker, German or maybe Italian in origin, 16-17th century, amazing green original patina to the face, some scares and dings to the face which gives...
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Late 17th Century German Renaissance Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

François Pompon. “Petit Grand-Duc”, bronze, 2006 print.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
François Pompon. Atelier Valsuani, edited by. Sculpture entitled “Petit Grand-Duc”. Bronze with brown patina, lost wax casting. Stamp of the Foundry “cire perdue C. Valsuani” on th...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

The Biscuit 'Three Friends' Brush Rest c1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
Modelled as a yellow bird, green deer, and yellow monkey grouped together on a brown-glazed stand. These brush rest with a bird, a monkey and a deer probably refers to the rebus 'may you receive high rank and emolument' or 'general long life, happiness and wealth' Period : Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period Production Date : C 1725 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Ca Mau...
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1720s Chinese Qing Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Lion of Forge, Spain, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Lion of Forge, Spain, 16th century In forging, measurements: 10 x 17 x 5 cm Good condition Spanish private collection.
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16th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Animal Sculptures

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Iron

Vintage Regency Brass Deer - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A gorgeous set of vintage Regency brass deer. A beautiful set of one buck and one doe. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
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Early 17th Century Regency Antique Animal Sculptures

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Brass

White Figure of Seated Hound, Circa 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng reign
Located in seoul, KR
A fine porcelain figure of a seated hound. The mouth of the dog is open; the ears are flipped back; and there is a chain around the neck. The dog's bones are well depicted. Period :...
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1720s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Japanese Antique Wooden Lion Mask Engraving Edo Period/1603-1868/Shrine Festival
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese "si-si" mask made in the middle to late Edo period. (Japanese ``si-si'' is an imaginary animal that deifies a lion.) It is thought that materials such as...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Chinese Export Porcelain Models of White Doves
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chinese Export Porcelain Models of White Doves, Circa 1780 The pair of Chinese Export white doves face each other. The figures, all in white, stand on a tree stump base, their eyes...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of Amazing Italians Sculptures "Minotauro" 17th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of amazing Italians Minotauro Sculptures Minotaur, large marble figure, Italy, 17th century, figure with a human body and the head of a bull, baroque style, white slightly sp...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Animal Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Buddhist Lions from the Kangxi Period
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of traditional Chinese Famille Verte male and female Buddhist lions belonging to the Kangxi period (1661-1722). Each stands on a plinth, one with its head to one side and having...
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1680s Chinese Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Chinese lion sculpture , WEI DYNASTY PROBABLY
Located in Milano, IT
In the heart of an ancient empire, stands a sculpture of breathtaking power and majesty, probable Wei dynasty. A mighty beast, sculpted from the very essence of strength, is poised i...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Qing Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Antique 18th century Ceramic/Porcelain Pair of Cockfighting Roosters Paris 1780
Located in Doha, QA
One of the national symbols and emblems of France is the Coq Gaulois (the Gallic Rooster) and it was decorated French flags during the Revolution (1789-1799) . It is the symbol of French people because of the play on words of the Latin Gallus meaning Gaul and Gallus meaning coq- Rooster. This late 18th century ceramic...
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Late 18th Century French Baroque Antique Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Rare Pair of Antique Carved Stone Lions from Italy, Circa 1600
Located in Dallas, TX
These utterly captivating, hand-carved stone lions hail from Italy and date to circa 1600, possibly even earlier. Their regal couchant (lying down) posture adds an air of majestic charm to any setting. One lion gracefully rests its forepaws on a stone ball, while the other clutches a coat of arms shield. They are carved in the same stylistic manner as many of the medieval lions...
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Early 17th Century Italian Medieval Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Antique 18-19th Century Wooden Horse
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Indian 18-19th century hand-carved wooden horse decorated with polychrome colors. In original untouched condition with a beautiful age-related patina, showing the antique authentic...
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18th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Maya Bird Sello Stamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Stamps, or sellos, such as this one were common during the pre-Columbian period in Mesoamerica and most popular during the Formative Period that spanned the years between 1200-800 B....
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15th Century and Earlier Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

Tang Dynasty Terracotta Horse and Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
Tang Dynasty Horse and Rider. China (618-907 AD) During the Tang Dynasty, horses were revered creature, considered relatives of the mythical...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

17th Century Carved Giltwood Eagle Bird of Prey Sculpture
Located in Lincoln, GB
Northern Italian, 17th Century Giltwood Eagle Hand Carved wooden eagle bird of prey Gilded and painted over Gesso Eagles symbolise strengt...
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17th Century Italian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Han Dynasty Horse Sculpture, 206BC- 209 AD
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Han Dynasty Horse Sculpture, 206BC- 209 AD It is interetsing to note the position of the riders feet. They are gripping the shoulder of the horse. D...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Pair of Han Dynasty Horse Heads (206BC - 220AD) Attributed
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Chinese Han dynasty horse heads Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD) earthenware gray pottery Each approx.: 6.25 inches high. 6.5 inches wide. 2...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou
Located in Middleburg, VA
French Bronze Sculpture of Youth Wrangling a Horse by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746). Best known for his monumental statues of horses, Coustou was the royal sculptor for Louis XIV an...
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16th Century French Louis XIV Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Han Dynasty Horse Sculpture, 206 BC- 209 AD
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Han Dynasty Horse Sculpture, 206 BC- 209 AD It is interetsing to note the position of the riders feet. They are gripping the shoulder of the horse. ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

16th Century English Carved Limestone Lion Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An English hand carved limestone lion statue possibly dating from as early as the 16th century. Made at the hand of a talented artisan, the limestone is detailed with tooling and chisel marks made by the maker throughout, depicting a small lion in a 'sejant' seated position. Though weathered throughout the ages, this 400-500 year old carving has stood the test of time, with details of the lion’s mane, paws and face recognisable to this very day. An antique artefact...
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16th Century English Medieval Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone, Limestone

Gilt Bronze Lion on Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze lion on marble base. Antique chased gilt bronze recumbent lion on rare green speckled marble base. Italy, late 17th century. Dimensions: Ov...
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Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Japanese Elephant Kakiemon Style Sculpture, Edo/Meiji Period 18/19 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The kakiemon-style elephant carrying a pagoda on its back, with polychrome enamel decoration. For a similar elephant see. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Regio...
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18th Century Japanese Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Lion Marble sculpture from the 17th century
Located in Milan, IT
XVII Century Lion Marble, 30 x 43 x 25 The object under consideration is configured as a marble sculpture referable to the 17th century, characterized by a strong, visceral langua...
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17th Century Italian Antique Animal Sculptures

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Marble

Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs / Guardian Lions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, Ming Dynasty. Pair, Ming Dynasty Gilt Bronze Diminutive Chinese Foo Dogs or Guardian Lions of extraordinary quality and casting. Procured from an important New York Collect...
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17th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Carved Wood Family Crests ''Out of a Ducal Coronet, Or, a Bear's Head Ppr."
Located in Dallas, TX
carved, painted, and gilded wood armorial crests / carvings, great faces, lots of personality, great teeth ''out of a ducal coronet or, a bear's head, ppr.'' perhaps having to do w...
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18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Chinese Early Qing Pair Blanc de Chine Porcelain Hawk Figures
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very finely made pair antique Chinese porcelain blanc de chine figures of hawks dating from the early qing period and from the 18th century, possibly from the Kangxi reign. The fig...
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Manteña Chair of Power Cachique of Prehispanic Ecuador 900 AD
Located in Madrid, ES
MANTEÑA CHAIR OF POWER CACHIQUE OF PREHISPANIC ECUADOR The chair has been carved from a block of detrital sedimentary rock, in which fossil remains can be seen. It is a calcarenite o...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

18th Century Carved and Painted Lamm Gottes, German Animal Sculpture
Located in Totnes, GB
A large and impressive painted timber and gesso ‘lamm gottes’. Expertly carved, it would have originally been mounted as part of a ciborium or similar. As such, it is carved to the f...
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18th Century German Antique Animal Sculptures

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Gesso, Wood, Paint

2 Antique Chelsea Porcelain Staffordshire Miniature Confetti Spaniel Dog Anchor
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique Chelsea Porcelain miniature 18th century Staffordshire figurines in the shape of brown spotted King Charles Spaniels or poodles....
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18th Century Federal Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Chinese Ming Dynasty 17th Century Hand Carved Stone Monkey Temple Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period hand carved stone monkey temple sculpture from the 17th century, depicted seated and holding a round stone disc above its head. Created in China during the Ming Dynasty period which spanned from 1368 to 1644, this hand carved stone sculpture...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Antique 17-18th Century Carved Sandstone Sculpture of Frog
Located in Kastrup, DK
300-400 old Burmese carved sandstone sculpture depicting a frog. From pagoda / temple in Burma, 17-18th century. From the estate of a Danish collector. Untouched and in origi...
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17th Century Burmese Other Antique Animal Sculptures

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Sandstone

Italian 18th C Grand Tour Roman Bronze Bust of a Horse, Specimen Marble Base
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian 18th C Grand Tour Roman Bronze Bust of a Horse, Specimen Marble Base Italy, Later 18th Century A Italian 18th Century Grand Tour Roman Bronze Bust of a Horse, displayed on ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Edo Period Bronze Eagle
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Beautiful bronze eagle from the edo period, hand carved.
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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Majolica Hen Sculpture, White, Brown and Green Color, France 18th Cetury
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Magnificent Majolica, with splendid brown and green-white colors. This sculpture was made in the 18th Century in France.
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18th Century French Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery, Majolica

18th Century Hand-Carved Wooden Bird Sculpture
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century hand carved wooden bird sculpture.
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18th Century Spanish Antique Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Clara, Porcelain Figure of a Rhinocerous, 18th Century Original Model, New
By Edouard Verschaffelt
Located in München, DE
An inspiration for artists, musicians and poets since the 18th Century: the armored rhinoceros Clara remains the topic of conversation and at the center of attention. Clara is an ice...
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18th Century German Antique Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Antique Sacred Cow Sculpture in Carved Sandstone from Hindu Temple
Located in Kastrup, DK
17-18h century sandstone sculpture depicting a hindu sacred cow. From hindu temple in India or Burma. In untouched and in original condition. India or Burma, 1600-1700.
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17th Century Indian Other Antique Animal Sculptures

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Sandstone

Chinese Ming Dynasty Period Male Foo Dog Guardian Lion Hand-Carved Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming Dynasty period (1368 - 1644) hand-carved stone Foo Dog guardian lion sculpture depicting a male placing his paw atop a ball. Created in Ch...
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17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Pair of Terracotta Lion Statues, 18th Century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Resting on pedestals, this pair of terracotta lions was made in the 18th century. These terracotta lions are based on ancient iconography a...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Animal Sculptures

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Terracotta

French Limestone Lion Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
These 17th century French limestone lion sculptures are crafted from the highest grade natural limestone for unparalleled quality and durability. The intricate details, hand-carved p...
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17th Century Antique Animal Sculptures

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Limestone

Calzetta Da Ravenna Severo Candlestick Depicting a Kneeling Satyr
By Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
Located in Milano, IT
Calzetta Da Ravenna (Attivo Tra IL 1496 E IL 1543 circa) Severo. Circle of. Candlestick depicting a kneeling satyr. The model of the present bronze is the ""kneeling satyr"" attributed to Severo Calzetta da Ravenna, one of the main Paduan bronze sculptors of the first half of the 16th century, whose figure was rediscovered by Planiscig in 1935 (L. Planiscig, ""Severo da Ravenna...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Tang Dynasty Large And Important Pottery Horse TL Tested
Located in Dallas, TX
Large And Important Tang Dynasty (618-907AD) Pottery Horse TL Tested. China. Ca. 618-907 AD A beautiful pottery figure of a horse. The animal is shown in a...
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15th Century and Earlier Tang Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Dragon "Mythical Beast" Sandstone Relief
Located in Kastrup, DK
400 - 600 Year old charming and artistic sandstone relief. Dragon "mythical beast" which is a symbol of wisdom. From Buddha temple in Arakan, Burma....
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16th Century Burmese Other Antique Animal Sculptures

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Sandstone

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Romanesque 12th century marble recumbent lion 12th century Italian roman marble lion  with a stylized mane and tail wrapped around its body a...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Antique Animal Sculptures

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Stone

Pair Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Buddhist Lions and Attendants, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic pair of large Chinese tileworks sancai glazed Buddhistic lions and attendants, late Ming Dynasty, first half of the 17th century, Shanxi, China. Presented on custom 20th century wood and lacquer table-form stands. This pair of lions and attendants portray Buddhist lions...
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Wood

Han Dynasty Pottery Horse and Rider
Located in Dallas, TX
Han Dynasty painted pottery horse and rider A Chinese Han Dynasty painted pottery horse & rider. Made from grey pottery and cold-painted in white, red and black pigments. The rider dressed as a warrior and in the pose of holding reins for the horse. Comes with a custom sturdy lucite stand. Measures: Height: 13.5 inches (33cm). Length: 13 inches Depth: 5 inches Han Dynasty (206 BC – AD 220). Condition: Very good with past restoration to legs. The great influence of the horse throughout the history of China can...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Tang Dynasty Pottery Horse With Saddle
Located in Dallas, TX
A Tang Dynasty (618 - 907AD) Chinese Pottery Horse with Saddle. No TL test but absolutely guaranteed authentic with COA available upon request. Dimensions: 14 x 6.75 x 17 inches (35.6 x 20.3 x 43.2 cm) Condition; Very Good with wear commensurate of age and use. Invisible repairs to left ear and parts of mane and hair tuft. A super tight hairline on base of neck barely visible with magnifying glass. Strong and stable and presents beautifully. The great influence of the horse throughout the history of China cannot be underestimated. In fact, the ancient unification of the Chinese Empire was due in large part to the horse. Their rapid mobility allowed for quick communication between far away provinces. Likewise, the military role of horses aided in the conquest and submission of distant lands. The need to import stronger, faster steeds from Central Asia (as opposed to the native Mongol pony) led to the creation of the Silk Road. The importance of the horse in the history and culture of China can be viewed, in part, through the artistic legacy of this great civilization. In sculpture, painting, and literature, horses were glorified and revered, believed to be relatives of dragons, a theory reflecting their sacred status within society. During the Tang Dynasty, the adoration of the horse can be seen through their burial art. Horse models excavated from mausoleums of the period are among the most splendid and easily recognizable works of Chinese art. This work is remarkable for the amount of the original pigment that has survived the ravages of time, specifically apparent on the orange saddle. Equally impressive is the fact that the saddle has been separately crafted; it may once have supported a rider who is now lost to us. This gorgeous sculpture is a testament to the admiration and adoration the Chinese had for these marvelous creatures. Although they were an integral part in the expansion and defense of the empire, they were equally regarded for their beauty and grace as revealed by this sculpture. AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return policy if the items are not as described. Please also consider Avantique’s antique and ancient Asian...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone
Located in Madrid, ES
Gothic Lion XIV century in stone. 16th Century stone carved lion. He has a lot of wear from time but looks better in person than on the photos. Measures: ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Animal Sculptures

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Limestone

Vintage, Mid-Century, Contemporary and Antique Animal Sculptures

Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.

Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.

In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.

Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.

Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.

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