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Antique Sculpture Mephisto, Cigar Cutter, Silvered Bronze, France, 1880s
Located in Greven, DE
Antique sculpture depicting a torso of Mephisto devil. Former used as a cigar cutter, this uility is not useable due to rust.
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

Silver Filigree Peacock with Gemstones, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Silver filigree peacock with gemstones, first half of the 20th century is an original decorative
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Early 20th Century German Antique Silver Animals

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Multi-gemstone, Silver

Exquisite Collection of Six Silver Gilt Articulated Fish from Spain / Italy
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful collection of articulated silver fish, including two gilt fish stamped “Made in Spain
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Early 20th Century European Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz Little Silvered Bronze Lapin, Rabbit, Signed
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz little silvered bronze lapin rabbit, signed on the base Ed. M
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Owl Silvered Bronze Sculpture, G.H. Laurent, France, 1930
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco owl silvered bronze sculpture, signed G.H. Laurent, and stamped France and 31. Figure
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz Little Silvered Bronze Lapin, Rabbit, Signed
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Edouard Marcel Sandoz little silvered bronze lapin rabbit, signed on the base Ed. M
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Owl Silvered Bronze Sculpture, G.H. Laurent, France, 1930
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco owl silvered bronze sculpture, signed G.H. Laurent, and stamped France and 21. Figure
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Silvered Bronze Sculpture of a Briard Dog Signed Sanson, France, 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Silvered bronze sculpture of a Briard Dog signed Sanson - France 1900 The Briard packs so much
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

French Silvered Bronze Rabbit Car Mascot Hood Ornament Paperweight Signed Bofill
By Antoine Bofill
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
French silvered bronze rabbit car mascot hood ornament desk paperweight Signed Bofill, circa 1910
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Moroccan Silver Jewish Amulet in the Shape of a Fish
Located in New York, NY
A rare, handmade standing sculptural amulet in the form of a fish. Unlike similar items that are mostly two-dimensional and are meant to be hanged only, this amulet is a standing scu...
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Coral, Silver

A. Bofill Silvered Bronze Cat Paperweight / Hood Ornament, France 1910/20
By Etling Paris, Antoine Bofill
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A. Bofill silvered bronze Cat Paperweight / Car Mascot / Hood Ornament. Streching Cat Sculpture
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Sculpture of a Rabbit, Edouard Marcel Sandoz
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
bronze rabbit figurine, circa 1920, finished in silvered patina, signed around the lower edge, also with
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Silver Plated Rooster
By Alexandre Kéléty
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art deco bronze silver plated rooster Unsigned in the style of Kelety or Rochard Onix marble base
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Art Deco Cast Continental Silver Elk or Deer Sculpture or Figurine
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This cast Continental silver sculpture is signed by an unknown maker and presumed to have
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver

Late Victorian English Silvered Door Stop Depicting a Dog, circa 1880-1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Late Victorian period silvered door stop from circa 1880-1900 showcasing a dog depicted
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Tiger Sculpture Figure WMF German Silver Plate Art Deco Style
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco tiger sculpture figure WMF German silver plate Art Deco style striding tiger. 'Tigre qui
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silvered bronze elephant figure / sculpture bookends signed G. H. Laurent and stamped 27
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Elephant Bookends Signed G. H. Laurent, France, 1920s
By Georges H. Laurent
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silvered bronze elephant figure / sculpture bookends signed G. H. Laurent and stamped 24
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Late 19th Century Silvered Gilt Bronze of Plough Horses and Plough
Located in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
One horse with a young gentleman rider, with a crouching dog beside the moving plough, on a white marble oblong base, probably Russian, 27cm wide, 12cm deep, 12cm high.
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Late 19th Century Russian Louis XVI Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Bronze

Set Four Silver Plated Animal Motif Knife Rests Lion, Fox, Wild Boar, Dog 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of four silver plated figural flatware knife rests in the form of Animals (Lion, Fox, Wild
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Metal

Rare Miniature Horse Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Sculpture by Watrous
Located in Miami Beach, FL
horses done in sterling silver. The horse is fitted with a saddle and bridle and looks like he or she is
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Early 20th Century North American Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Sterling Silver

Walking Stick Carved Wood Owl Head Handle Bearing Glass Eyes and Silver Accents
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Austrian silver mounts and glass eyes. The figural wood handle is finished with textured plumage and has an
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Antique Silver Animals

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Silver

Set of 12 Art Deco Animal Knife Rests Made by Apollo Silver Plate
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful set of 12 silver-plated knife rests, in the shape of all kinds of different animals. The
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Silver Plate

Silvered Metal Rabbit on Black Marble Plinth, ca. 1900
Located in Hamburg, DE
animal figures or for those seeking a unique and meaningful gift. This silvered rabbit is not just a
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Early 1900s German Belle Époque Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Metal

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Monkey sculpture Bookends by Becquerel
By André Vincent Becquerel
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silvered bronze monkey and goose bookends by Becquerel. A pair of Art Deco silvered
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Poultry - Silver Spangled Polish, antique bird chromolithograph print, 1873
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
author, editor and poultry, pigeon and animal expert. He played a major part in documenting old and rare
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Late 19th Century Naturalistic Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Lithograph

Pacific Gull and Silver Gull, antique sea bird chromolithograph print, 1889
By Gracius Broinowski
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Pacific Gull and Silver Gull' Chromolithograph from Gracius Broinowski's 'The Birds of Australia
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Late 19th Century Naturalistic Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Lithograph

Mid Century Art Deco Silver Bronze Sculpture Polar Bear by George Lavroff
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Superb Silvered patinated Bronze Polar Bear Sculpture by George Lavroff mounted on a solid black
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Early 20th Century French Grand Tour Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Bronze

Penguin Family, Art Deco Silvered Pewter Rock Crystal Vide-Poche, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Unique! Perfect as a desk or table sculpture, as well as valet, ring dish etc.
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Rock Crystal, Pewter

Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons, Animal Hooves
Located in Riverdale, NY
Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons from the turn of the 20th Century with animal hoof
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Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver

Figure of an Irish Setter Dog
Located in Rochester, NY
. Silver plated.
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Spelter

Antique Sterling Cow Creamer
Located in Litchfield, CT
country houses or brilliant in a modern interior. Finely fabricated in .800 fineness silver, this example
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Danish Midcentury White Agate Dog Ashtray
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Danish midcentury white agate dog ashtray. The marble ashtray has a green painted metal dog and a signed brass plaques dated 1948.  
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Silver, Iron

19th Century Fratin Bronze Bear Pair of Cups Not Signed
By Christophe Fratin
Located in Paris, FR
bears and elephant heads and above of an eagle. The silvering dates from the 20th century. Christophe
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Mid-19th Century French Romantic Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Paul Comolera Bronze Sculpture "Wounded Partridge, " Poux, circa 1865
By Paul Comolera
Located in Shippensburg, PA
are that of the bird, as it is an incredibly complex animal to capture with exacting anatomical
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Walking Stick Depicting a Dog, Germany, 1900
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: Art nouveau silver handle depicting a dog with acorn leaves. Ebony wood shaft. Metal
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Early 1900s German Antique Silver Animals

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Silver

Art Nouveau Walking Stick, France, 1890
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: Art Nouveau silver knob, depicting a stylized stork with sapphire eyes. Painted
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1890s French Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Bronze and Marble Lion Bookends, Jacques Cartier, France, 1925
By Jacques Cartier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Fantastic Art Deco bronze lion bookends. Silvered plated. Dark green marble. Signed Jacques Cartier
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Bird Bookends Signed by C. Omin, Marcel Guillemard Foundry
By C. Omin, Marcel Guillemard
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Silvered bronze, France 1925.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Fennec, Fox by Edouard-Marcel Sandoz, France
By Susse Freres, Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
'FENNEC COUCHÉ' A silvered bronze modelled as a fox, signed E M Sandoz, Cire perdue and Susse Freres Paris
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

Art Deco French Bulldog Bookend or Paperweight, France, 1925
By André Vincent Becquerel
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco French bulldog single bookend or paperweight, France, 1925. Bronze silver plated mounted
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large French Art Deco Bronze Panther Sculpture on Marble
Located in Miami, FL
A fine French silvered bronze sculpture, from the Art Deco period of a stalking panther mounted to
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Bronze Figure of a Cat Chat De Siam Assis by Edouard M. Sandoz
By Susse Freres, Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco French silver plated bronze sculpture figure of a cat, ' Chat De Siam Assis ‘. This figure
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Karl Hagenauer Figural Dish
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Karl Hagenauer Wiener Werkstätte large hand-hammered form, signed with impressed monogram and stamped. Form measures 22" wide, 4" deep and 6.5" high.
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1920s Austrian Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Car Mascot
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Silver-Plated Bronze Car Mascot designed by E. Sandoz depicting an owl on a wood base
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Jacques Cartier Elephant, Art Deco / Cubist Car Mascot / Hood Ornament 1920´s
By Jacques Cartier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
mascot / Hood Ornament, Paperweight / Sculpture. Silvered Bronze, signed on the embankment. Mounted over
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Car Mascot, Chained French Bulldog, Hood Ornament, France 1920s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
foundry stamp number 213, silver-plated bronze, large version, 14cm long, complete with chain. Very nice
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Large French Art Deco Bronze Panther Sculpture on Marble by Deslin
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French silvered bronze sculpture, from the Art Deco period of a stalking panther mounted to
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze

Art Deco Elephants Bookends, France, 1920s
By Hippolyte François Moreau
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Very nice Art Deco french bookends. Elephant Sculptures mounted over Italian marble. Silverplated figures. Signed H. Moreau.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Marble

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Rabbit by Eduard Marcel Sandoz, Susse Freres, 1920
By Edouard-Marcel Sandoz
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco silver plated bronze sculpture of a rabbit hare. Lovely paperweight. Edouard Marcel Sandoz
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

Spanish Ceramic Vase Decorated with Hand Painted Animal Motifs
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish ceramic vase decorated with hand painted animal motifs.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Ceramic

Austrian Bronze Elephant Lamp with Art Glass Shade
Located in Petaluma, CA
If you like elephants, here is a beauty. The body of the lamp is bronze and made in Austria, as is the hand blown art glass shade. The shade was made by one of the better Austrian gl...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

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Bronze

Silver Plated Mark Cross London Collapsible Cup/Alligator Case, circa 1910
By Mark Cross
Located in San Francisco, CA
Collapsible cup with handle. The handle pivots into the cup. Silver plated, gold washed interior
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Silver Plate

Fabergé Julius Rappoport Silver Bulldog with Ruby Eyes
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
silver animal figurines for the House of Fabergé. These pieces served various purposes—from wine jugs and
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Ruby, Silver

Meissen Animal Figurine Parrot with Cockchafer Model 20 Kaendler Made 1860
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal figurine: Parrot situated on a tree's stump with cockchafer Manufactory: Meissen
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1860s German Rococo Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Animal Figurine Hoopoe Bird Model 278 Kaendler Made circa 1850
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Animal Figurine: Hoopoe situated on a tree's stump Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue
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1850s German Rococo Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Figural Bear Animal Metal Wine Decanter Bottle Stopper Cork, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful metal and cork bottle stopper. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made of metal and cork. A beautiful nice barware item or just a display item in your col...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Animals

Materials

Metal

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Antique Silver Animals For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique silver animals is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver animals was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and bronze. Antique silver animals have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver animals are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Christopher Fratin and Johann Joachim Kändler each produced beautiful antique silver animals that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Silver Animals?

Antique silver animals can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,258, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $108,889.
Questions About Antique Silver Animals
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.