Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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1890s North American American Classical Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Other Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century North American Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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1920s American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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1920s American Industrial Antique Hubley Cast Iron Dog
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Finding the Right Animal-sculptures for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify fake cast iron toys, first look closely at any hardware. Modern reproductions will often feature shiny, new-looking screws, while genuine cast iron will usually have worn screws or even rivets securing the pieces together. Similarly, paint that appears glossy and completely unblemished often indicates that an item is a replica. Comparing any brand markings found on your toys to images of the hallmarks found on authentic pieces shared via trustworthy online resources can offer further insights. You may also wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer give you their opinion on your toys. Explore a collection of cast iron toys on 1stDibs.