Continental US Animal Sculptures

A classic profile of a raised horse head in lead with beautiful handcrafted details. The animal bust is mounted on a rectangular base with multiple bevel. The horse head has always r...

This captivating Mid-Century Modernist owl sculpture, signed by the renowned design firm Curtis Jere, is a striking example of artistic innovation from the era. Crafted in America ar...

Modernist silvered horse knife rests-set of twelve, 20th Century (NY9205/IRR) The twelve cast solid silvered plate horses are depicted in full gallop...

This 19th-century Italian wood carving portrays a ram’s head with impressive naturalistic detail, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. The ram's characteristic curved horns are m...

NIKOLAI LIEBERICH [after] Russian, 1828-1883 A Resting Bear Sand-cast patinated bronze with concrete core signed in Cyrillic to the underside (editeur Gr...

Auguste Charles Heng (1891-1968) Art Deco ceramic and gold enameled Peacock Pigeon manufactured by Boulogne- Billancourt Signed both by the artist and the manufacturer.

3 horn and brass horses. Made from small pieces of horn. 200 for the large horse. 175 for the medium horse. 125 for the small horse

Pair of Monumental life size French bronze Nickel finish Greyhound statues.

Experience the captivating beauty of this extraordinary Tiffany & Co decorative peacock sculpture, a stunning masterpiece crafted in the early 20th century by Nymphenburg Porcelain i...

This captivating pair of American J.W Fiske iron greyhound dog sculptures from the late 19th century embodies both the elegance and regal nature of these majestic animals. Crafted wi...

Gorgeous stylized rabbit sculpture / paperweight by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity. Signed on the unde...

Gorgeous stylized frosted crystal rabbit sculpture / paperweight by Lalique, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has a great look. Sign...

An exquisite group executed in the technically looser style Barye developed towards the end of his life, it is one of the last figural groups he executed and very few were actually c...

Very nice wooden horse sculpture made out of multiple reclaimed wood pieces.

Phyllis Morris original poodle table lamp, signed, Blue, 1952 Hollywood Regency. Iconic American Pop Design. Signed. Rare custom blue poodle. With original harp and lace shade. From the 1950s to her passing in 1988, Phyllis created hundreds of designs blending the Hollywood Regency and California eclectic styles with her interpretation of Baroque-meets-Fantasy. Phyllis Morris’ first and most iconic design was the Poodle Lamp...

Regency bronze hound dog sculpture on tortoiseshell base. English bronze hunting dog sculpture on original low sculpted plinth base sheathed in t...

PIERRE-JULES MÊNE France, 1810-1879 "Chien Gardant du Gibier" (1850) Sand-cast patinated bronze signed in cast "P.I. MÊNE 1850" cast circa 1870-1880 Item # 405ZIM29Q One of Mên...

Rabbit Crystal Hand carved Crystal inclusions vary Limited Edition.          

PIERRE JULES MENE French, 1810-1879 "Chasse au Canard" (Duck Hunt) Patinated bronze Signed in naturalistic base "P.J. MENE" Submitted to Salon 1850, a fine atelier cast circa 187...

With a reference to the Tang Dynasty an impressive pair of Chinese horses, hand crafted in a tessellated technique with carved bone as a symbol ...

This a great example of a mid-20th century, circa 1950s, Elephant sculpture. The elephant has been eloquently detailed with all of his wondrous wrinkles and glass eyes. The leather e...

Stylized midcentury modern stoneware sculpture of 3 owls. Note: There's a single owl that complements this trio also listed.

A very cool hand carved maple (or possibly ash) panther sculpture by Peter Larsen, circa 1984. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks, is signed and dated on the...

Large bronze model of Taureau Romain, the Roman bull, by Jean-Baptiste Clesinger (French, 1814-1883), rich verde bronze patina, cast by F. Barbedienne Foundeur, marked on base, stamp...

Pair of colorful and beautifully modeled American Kestrels,( Falco Sperverius) also known as a Sparrow Hawk. Limited edition by Boehm porcelain stamped, signed and letter numbered. H...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Obsidian & Lapis Horse An extremely rare and unique, one of a kind French gold, diamonds, Silver-gilt rock-crystal, obsidian and lapis lazuli jeweled sculpture "Bucéphale, Chevaux de légende", "Bucephalus, A Legendary Horse" by Mellerio, Paris, circa 1998. Sitting on black obsidian base, the solid rock crystal slab is finely applied with a lapis lazuli half-horse with harness mounted in 18k gold and brilliant cut diamonds, between two crystal and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald cabochon, the obsidian base with a plaque engraved: CHEVAUX DE LEGENDE / MELLERIO DITS MELLER / PARIS / 5029 DIV Bucephalus (c355-326 BC) is among the most famous horses in history, and it was said that this he could not be tamed. The young Alexander the Great, of course, tamed him – and went on to ride his beloved equine companion for many years and into many battles. The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a custom made wood case made for transport. It's very elegant and has French hallmarks throughout. A truly magnificent piece. Measures 10" high x 9" wide x 4" deep Founded in France in 1613 by the descendants of Italian immigrants from the Vigezzo Valley in the north of Italy, Mellerio is one of the oldest jewellery houses in Europe. The family business soon attracted the attention of the Royal Court and Marie Antoinette herself reportedly purchased a precious bracelet featuring 7 cameos surrounded by rubies in 1780. Later on, in the 19th century, Mellerio became the official supplier of the French Royal family and the Court of Netherland. Mellerio creates many jewellery items, all set with rare gems such as peridots, amethysts, aquamarines, citrines and topaz, applying for a patent, the flexible stem, a very supple and light jewellery mechanism. Mellerio remains also well known for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the creation of trophies rewarding some of the greatest footfall and tennis players of history. In 1993, the jewellery house launched their first watch collection. Today, Mellerio has stores in Paris, Japan and Hong Kong. July 14, 1789: this date is known throughout the world as the beginning of the French Revolution. According to a ledger belonging to House of Mellerio, this was also the day that the jeweler sold a golden key to the Comte de Coutance for 10 livres. This ledger, as well as inventories dating as far back as 1768, are the jeweler’s oldest archives. These archives have continued to grow over the years, as the House, established on rue de la Paix in Paris, still lives on today, still in the hands of the same family from Craveggia, in the North of Italy. The tumultuous history of the Mellerio family in France probably goes as far back as the Italian wars of the Renaissance, but the first official document proving their commercial activity in Paris dates back to 1613. This document is the famous royal warrant awarded by Marie de Medici to a number of Italian families established along the rue des Lombards, including the Mellerios, allowing them to sell “small jewelery items”, therefore granting them a small exception to the traditional monopoly enjoyed by Parisian jewelers. At that time, powerful corporations regulated the operations and customs of Parisian business, but thanks to this exceptional warrant, the Mellerios managed to escape the confines of this framework. Today, this wax-sealed document is kept at the city hall of Craveggia. From 1613 to the Revolution, the Mellerios lived between France and Italy. The corporations tried many times to put an end to their trade privileges, but all in vain, as a dynasty of sovereigns renewed the warrant. Always marrying and often retiring in Craveggia, the Mellerios continued to maintain their jewelry business in Paris. At first, they did this without a shop. Wearing backpacks (wooden boxes divided into small compartments where jewels were kept), they would tour town fairs around Paris and royal castles. This is how Jean-Baptiste Mellerio (1765-1850) is said to have sold a bracelet set with rubies and Antique cameos to Marie-Antoinette, which still exists today. Many elements seem to prove the veracity of this anecdote. The queen was particularly fond of cameos, which cover the entire background of her famous jewelry cabinet, and ruby was her favorite stone after diamond. The famous bracelet, reacquired a few years ago by the House of Mellerio, is indeed an 18th century jewel, set with antique cameos representing the profiles of Roman emperors. Two branches of the family were operating in Paris during this time, under the reign of Louis XVI: that of Jean-François (1746-1828), the paternal ancestor of the current Mellerios, and that of Jean-Baptiste (1765-1850). The French Revolution forced them to return to Italy. However, both Jean-Baptiste and François Mellerio (1772-1843), who was the son of Jean-François, were eventually able to return to Paris after the founding of the Consulate. Jean-Baptiste opened a shop at the Iron Crown of rue Vivienne, and François opened his at the Palais des Tuileries, rue du Coq Saint-Honoré. His well-organized order books give an idea of his high-ranking clientele during the “Old Regime”, among which were the Comte and Comtesse Octave de Segur, the Marquise (later Duchess) de Tourzel, former governess of the royal children, and her daughter, the Comtesse de Bearn, the Craufurds -who organized the flight to Varennes, the Duc and Duchess de Gramont, the Comtesse de Boigne, and Madame de Souza, Talleyrand’s mistress. We also see the names of the imperial family: Empress Josephine, the Queen of Holland, Princess Elisa, Caroline and Pauline. At that time, the House of Mellerio specialized, among other things, in the trade of antique cameos, a newly fashionable genre of jewel that captured the imagination of all the princesses and noble women of the time. The years of the Restauration and July Monarchy were among the most glorious. The Bourbons were back on the throne, and the clientele of the House of Mellerio had regained its former wealth. Mellerio supplied Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, as well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by piece, while the Duke of Bourbon, last prince of the House of Condé, offered diamonds to his mistress, the scheming Baronne de Feucheres, and Monsieur de LaFayette also bought cameos for one of his granddaughters. For the first time, Mellerio ventured into the world of arts in 1815, when Carlotta Grisi, a famous dancer who created Giselle, as well as an actress named Rachel, bought jewels at the Mellerio store on rue de la Paix. 1848 marked a new turning point. France once again became a Republic. François Mellerio handed the company over to his son, Jean, and the latter decided to travel to Spain to build a new clientele. He later became one of the jewelers of the royal family, and met Eugénie de Montijo, who remained a faithful client when she became empress of the French people. The Imperial years were lavish. During the Second Empire, Paris was a pageant of crinoline dresses designed by Worth, while jewels by Mellerio, Worth’s neighbour on the rue de la Paix, adorned the noble women of the Tuileries court. The Empress bought pearls. Mathilde Bonaparte...

Signed "Phil Marmer", this menacing pen caddy is the ultimate gift for any sociopath CEO or evil karate instructor. Gordon Gekko could only dream of having something this intimidati...

An English Victorian period carved wooden duck sculpture from the 19th century with nicely detailed plumage and brown eyes. Step back into the qu...

Hand-stitched leather pig designed by Omersa and Company for display at the Abercrombie and Fitch stores, England, 1960s.

We are very pleased to offer a captivating raku pottery cat sculpture by American ceramic artist Tony Evans, signed by the artist, circa the 1980s. This exquisite piece features dis...

Vintage polychrome glazed seated ceremonial processional Indian camel sculpture may also be enjoyed as a plant stand or garden seat.

Very rare and large, antique Murano hand blown "A Fasce" striped Italian art glass fish with iridescent surface sculpture. Documented to Tyra Lundgren circa 1935-1936, fully signed "...

Metal Art Brutalist style duck, animal sculpture in brass and tin by Sergio Bustamante. Made in Mexico in the Mid-Century Modern Period. Stunner done and graceful in appearance. O-5...

A vintage wooden nut cracker bird box made of walnut from 1980s. Dimensions: 10.5" D x 5.75" W x 14" H.

This one-of-a-kind Italian Work of Art, a sculpture bird by Antonio Pavia, is a rare highly collectible object, entirely handcrafted, with an ostrich egg as the body, decorated with ...

English Victorian brown marbleized glaze terra cotta life size horse head figure on round base (two sections)

"Enfant au Coq" A bronze sculpture of a child and cock after Cecioni Adriano, depicting a young child holding a rooster aloft. The bronze has a warm ...

Pair of early 20th century Italian faience lions with armorial shields. Hand-painted yellow and brown lions, blue, red, and white shields and green base.

This highly detailed study of a Normandy mare is an excerpted model from Mêne's popular Jument normande et son poulain, exhibited in wax at the 1868 Salon (no. 3749), and in bronze t...

Chinese Polychrome Wooden Carved Wood Tang Style 31" Gold Horse Sculpture Figure. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 24" H x 31" W x 8.5" D.

Stunning Gambaro & Poggi Murano art glass abstract fish sculpture/figure. The sculpture has a scavo finish on the surface. Excellent form and design. Signed on the bottom by the arti...

This intricately tooled butterscotch amber frog has been hand-carved from one solid piece of Baltic amber from Ukraine. Featuring exquisite detail, it will make a fantastic addition ...

A stunning vintage 90s carved wooden elephant. A chic little fella made from carved wood with brass hardware. Beautiful wood grain detail. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate

Hattakitkosol Somchai (1934-2000) was a Thai Asian Modern & Contemporary sculptor.

A very unusual table clock designed by Pedro Friedeberg featuring a wooden black Egyptian cat with the clock on its torso. The clock is also made of wood,...

Lladro 1613 Bowing Crane. This piece has been discontinued. It is in Wonderfull condition with no chips or cracks.

Gabriella Crespi Boar, Silvered Bronze, Glass, Signed. Small scale realistic and magical silvered bronze sculpture, fitted with a hand-blown glass egg...

Pair, Antique Italian Faience Renaissance Style Lions W/ Armorial Shields. A wonderful pair of Italian faience Lions with armorial shields and...

Striking Murano fish glass glass sculpture, circa 1950s. Piece measures 5.25" high by 6" wide by 1.5" deep. Unsigned and in very good vintage condition.

Bring a touch of whimsical coastal charm to your space with this stunning vintage shell-encrusted parrot! Meticulously crafted with an array of real shells in beautiful pinks, orange...

Found in Italy, this large Murano fish sculpture in black and amber glass dates from the 1990s. Excellent vintage condition with no flaws or repairs found. Two other fish in this col...

Two horses in solid bronze with rich oxidation and traces of original gilt, prancing and rearing, with raised knees, flared nostrils, flowing manes and flying tails, mounted on iron ...

Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture , The sculpture called "Tang Horse," likely produced by Austin Productions in 1961. Key details include but no signature fou...

This unique and stunning scene depicts a monkey perched on a rock, decorated with intricately realized vines and buds. This piece featuring exquisite detail is hand-carved from a sin...

A stoneware figurine of a deer by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. Incised on the base with makers mark, GN, SWEDEN.

19th century - pair of Bennington Pottery lions holding baskets in their mouths. (Unmarked) in excellent condition.

A pair of French vintage terracotta lions. This pair of lions from France, standing approximately 2 feet in height, each feature abundantly fl...

Cat and mouse handmade in porcelain, one glazed and the other matte. This beautiful cat, made in glazed porcelain, is accompanied by a very special friend, its toy mouse. The former ...

This is a cast-iron figural eagle doorstop, circa early 20th century. The eagle is depicted with wings spread wide, perched and mounted to a square marble base. The eagle retains traces of its original gilt surface and is embossed with “F.O.E.” at its midsection, possibly referring to the Fraternal Order of Eagles.   The eagle is both the national bird and the national animal of the United States. The eagle motif has been widely used throughout American history, most notably as part of our Great Seal. The founders of the United States were fond of comparing their new republic with the Roman Republic, in which eagle imagery, usually the golden eagle, was prominent. On June 20, 1782, the Continental Congress adopted the design for the Great Seal of the United States...

As the song goes, you ain't nothing but a hound dog, life size mid century hound dog crafted in terra cotta, hand decorated and glazed.