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Style: Victorian
Antique Franz Bergman Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Cobra Snake Statue Watch Holder
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Circa 1900 Austrian Vienna cold paint bronze Statue / Watch holder by the wonder that is Franz Bergman. Fully stamped to ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY BUTCHERS SHOP ADVERTiSING DISPLAY PIG ORIGINAL PAINT PATINA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this this very heavy, cast iron, original paint and patina 19th century Butchers shop advertising display pi...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Iron

Early 20th century large cloisonne enamel elephant
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century large Chinese cloisonne enamel elephant on stand circa 1900. A real rare decorative piece. Profusely enamelled, modelled carrying a saddle and flaming finial.  I...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Enamel

Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze entitled "Cockatoo" by Franz Bergman
Located in London, GB
A very fine early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze study of a standing cockatoo with superb naturalistic colour and excellent hand chased surface detail, signed with the Ber...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
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...
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1880s English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Pair of Late 19th Century Staffordshire Elephant Sculptures/Spill Vases, England
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of late 19th century Victorian Staffordshire earthenware elephant sculptures/spill vases, England By: Staffordshire Material: pottery, earthenware, ceramic, enamel, clay, paint...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Enamel

English Victorian Porcelain Elephant
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian beige and green porcelain figure of elephant with raised trunk
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19th Century British Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Pair of English Porcelain Staffordshire Dalmatian Dog Figurines
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of English Porcelain Hand-Painted Staffordshire Dalmatian Dogs Figurines. These figurines feature recumbent Dalmatian dogs with expressive faces and detailed features resting on...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of Vintage English Staffordshire Poodles
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of vintage English poodle figures made in Staffordshire, England in the mid-20th century. Lovely flocking accents and coloring. The poodles are sitting on cobalt blue bases with...
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Mid-20th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair of mid 20th century carved solid wood lions
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid 20th century carved solid wood lions circa 1950. Here we offer a fine pair of decorative carved lions for the ultimate installation piece.  Heavily carved out of solid w...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood, Paint

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Squirrel Sugar Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique silver sugar box modelled in the form of a squirrel; part of our collection of rare silverware. This magnificent, fine and impressive antique cast silver sugar box has been realistically modelled in form of a squirrel perched on a branch. The silver sugar box is embellished with chased details reproducing the squirrel's coat and anatomical features, in additional to the naturalistic features of the branches, leaves and acorns. This exceptional and large antique silver squirrel sugar box is fitted with the original push fit head/cover. Such magnificent specially commissioned, large examples in this form are highly unusual and are not available on the open market. Condition This rare squirrel sterling silver sugar box is a magnificent gauge of silver, magnificent quality and in magnificent condition. Full British hallmarks struck to the body of the box and part hallmarks to the sleeve of the cover are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply to the magnificent gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this large silver animal ornament...
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Early 1900s English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Sterling Silver

19th Century English Porcelain Jardinière Swan By Moore Co. England
By Moore Brothers
Located in Dublin, IE
A most charming quality 19th century porcelain jardinière of a Swan in swimming motion, by Moore & Co. Circa 1870 English Condition: Excellent Footnote: Messrs. Thomas C. Brown-...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

Fine Taxidermy 5 Meter Nile Crocodile by Sinke Van Tongeren
Located in Haarlem, NL
KING OF THE MUSEUM Since we started, we always wanted to make a very large crocodile. Wishful thinking, we thought it was. But now we were able to do so. We were lucky we could obtain a Nile crocodile...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Animal Skin

Reclining Silver Great Dane, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Located in Greding, DE
Finely crafted silver figure of a reclining Great Dane with alert, pointed ears, mounted on an oval nephrite base with gilt mounting. Made in St. Petersburg around 1900. Maker’s mark...
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19th Century Russian Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Pair of Staffordshire 1870s Pottery Lions with Rich Glaze and Expressive Mien
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vivid and wonderfully expressive pair of Staffordshire pottery lions dating to circa 1870, modeled in mirror image and standing proudly on naturalistic bases. Their bright ochre-to...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Naturalistic Life Size Mounted Premier Quality Mountain Goat
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking taxidermy specimen features a naturalistic, life-sized Mountain Goat, expertly mounted in premier quality. The Mountain Goat is a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Fur, Leather

Majolica Wall Pocket Dog Delphin Massier, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica dog wall pocket signed Delphin Massier. Height / 7.3 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings. The Massier family produced ...
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1890s French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Majolica

Antique Palissy Majolica Lobster Plate
By Bernard Palissy
Located in Pearland, TX
A wonderful antique Palissy majolica plate with a large lobster and other crustaceans. Anterior rim pierced for hanging. Circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic

A Wooden Carved Black Forest Bear Key Rack
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Chained Bear Pillbox Made of Brass Item e7255 A beautiful little brass statue of a bear chained to a tree stump. The bear's head can be opened. The figure can be used as a bo...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Small Antique Hippopotamus Figure, African, Soapstone, Hand Carved, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique hippopotamus figure. An African, hand-carved soapstone animal, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Adorable and j...
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Late 19th Century African Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Soapstone

Vintage Sterling Sculpture of a Strolling Bear
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Sterling Sculpture of a Strolling Bear Item e7249 Small sculpture of a strolling bear in sterling silver, cast in Germany in the 1st half of the 20th century. 61,3 gramm, 2.1...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Extraordinary Tiffany Co Peacock Sculpture By Nymphenburg Porcelain
Located in Tarry Town, NY
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...
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1910s German Vintage Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Tiny Sterling Cast of a Sitting Bear
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Tiny Sterling Cast of a Sitting Bear Item e7246 A lovely sculpture of a sitting bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 17,1 gramm, 0,60 oz. A wonderful...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Rare Late 1800s Finely Hand Carved Flowers Satyr Sculptural Picture Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
This rare and probably one of a kind, picture / photo wall frame comes with incredibly elaborate artwork. This stylish and top quality carved picture frame...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Nutwood, Pine, Glass

19th Century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" sculpture, finely cast figure of a bear holding a twig, standing on a roped revolving, iron pedestal. The simp...
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19th Century Russian Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze, Iron, Ormolu

Late 19th Century American Bronze Sculpture Wild Stag on Marble Plinth
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th-century bronze sculpture depicts a wild stag in mid-call, standing on a textured base that evokes natural elements. The piece showcases intricate detailing with except...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Sterling Sculpture of a Strolling Bear
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Sterling Sculpture of a Strolling Bear Item e7250 Small sculpture of a strolling bear in sterling silver, cast in Germany in the 1st half of the 20th century. 42.4 gramm, 1.4...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Antique 19th C. English Staffordshire Porcelain Poodle Spaniels Clock Figurine
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain figurine featuring a faux clock flanked by a pair of seated King Charles Spaniels and topped with a standing...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Majolica George Jones Fox Serving Tray circa 1869
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant pink Majolica serving dish decorated with a three green vine leaves, the handle formed as a fox peering into the bowl with its tail appearing on the mottled underside signed ...
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1860s English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Rare American Folk Art Painted Carved Giraffe Sculpture, Pennsylvania ca. 1850
Located in Shippensburg, PA
VERY RARE CARVED AND POLYCHROMED WOOD GIRAFFE PULL TOY Probably Pennsylvania, circa 1850-80 36 5/8" H x 10 1/4" D x 12 1/2" W A rare American folk art pull-toy in the stylized form...
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19th Century American Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

English Victorian 19th Century Carved Wooden Duck with Detailed Plumage
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Victorian period carved wooden duck sculpture from the 19th century with nicely detailed plumage and brown eyes. Step back into the qu...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Victorian Bronze Dore Peacock Sculpture Centerpiece Signed by LeSoudier
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian bronze doré figure of peacock sculpture signed (LeSoudier).
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19th Century French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of antique Victorian quality porcelain dogs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality porcelain dogs having a quality pair of antique Victorian dogs sitting on an oval base wearing matching blue collars in white and light brown colours.
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Early 19th Century Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Sterling Cast of a Strolling Bear
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Sterling Cast of a Strolling Bear Item e7244 A lovely sculpture of a strolling bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 83,3 gramm, 2.93 oz. A wo...
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Magnificent Antique English Novelty Inkwell / Pen Tray - Parrot With Glass Eyes
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful and impressive figural inkwell made from solid cast English brass, beautifully executed with a fabulous patina. Standing on little cast feet, the large leaf is of cour...
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1880s English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Antique Gilded Bronze Sculpture, "VALENTIN"
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful bronze statue "Valentin". Nicely chiseled and wonderfully gilded, in a very good condition. Depiction of an aristocratic man with a sabre in his hand.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze sculpture of a Persian Stallion by Jules Moigniez
Located in Leesburg, VA
Bronze sculpture of a Persian Stallion by Jules Moigniez Probably cast by Auguste Gouge, after a model by Jules Moigniez France; ca. 1900 Bronze Approximate size: 7.75”H x 9.5”W x ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique English 19th Century Porcelain Staffordshire Ware Figure of A Hound
Located in London, GB
Antique 19th Century Porcelain Staffordshire Ware Hound By William Kent C.1850 A superb hand painted elegant hound figure presented in very good co...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Wild boar Trophies
Located in Denton, TX
Nice pair of wild boar Trophy mounted on gilt washed brass as Trophies, very ornate with a crown at the top of each mount. Very good condition and ready f...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Metal

20th Century Carved Polychromed Carousel Lion, Style of Dentzel
By Dentzel Carousel Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Carved & Polychromed Carousel Lion, Style of Dentzel This striking monumental carousel lion is a finely carved and polychromed sculptural work executed in the mid-20th ...
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20th Century Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Hardwood

Antique English King Charles Cavalier Hand-Painted Dog Doorstop
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Form meets function with this King Charles Cavalier doorstop. This iconic English dog is believed to be made from plaster or similar material and is filled with sand. The pup wears a red collar with a lock at the front with a small chain leash draped over its back. It is painted in a light brown, with deep brown spots throughout. Use this to bring a touch of classic English decor...
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20th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Paint

Mid 19th Century French Animalier Bronze entitled "Kevel" by Antoine L Barye
Located in London, GB
An endearing mid 19th Century French bronze animalier study of a standing Kevel with very fine brown patina gently rubbed to a golden hue and intricate hand chased surface detail. R...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Fine Taxidermy Birdcage Orchestra No1 by Sinke Van Tongeren
Located in Haarlem, NL
A huge 19th Century French Birdcage with a composition of nineteen Fine Taxidermy birds. We can imagine this being an amazing orchestra of beautiful tunes. Among the musicians are a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Animal Skin

Late 19th Century Pair of Staffordshire Dogs
Located in High Point, NC
19th century pair of lovely porcelain dogs from the Staffordshire region of England. They have curly tails and glass eyes, and are decorated in a rust color.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Pottery, Paint

Cast of a Sitting Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Cast of a Sitting Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s Item e7245 A lovely sculpture of a sitting bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 57,3 gramm, 2.02 oz....
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

French Victorian Bronze Stag
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian bronze figure of stag with antlers on black rectangular shaped marble base (signed R. KORN)
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19th Century French Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Antler

English Traditional King Charles Spaniel Porcelain Dog in Red Blue and Gold
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A porcelain King Charles Spaniel ceramic dog in brown, blue, and gold. A timeless piece spotted on the mantles and bookshelves of collectors across the globe. This piece depicts a sw...
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20th Century American Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Ceramic, Paint

Petite English Victorian Period 19th Century Carved Wooden Bird Sculpted Group
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite antique English Victorian period small carved wooden sculpted group from the 19th century depicting two small birds nesting with each other and accented with orange paint. C...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century English Brass Resting Dog Double Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century English brass resting dog double inkwell, the wells opening to the left and the right.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Lot of Two Victorian Brass Door Stops Late 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Lot of two victorian brass door stops Late 19th century The first, Scottish cast in brass, “Bobert Burns ploughman”. Mounted on a maple base. Measures: 4 1/2" - in.(11.5 cm.) h...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Brass

English 19th Century Victorian Split Leg Staffordshire Dog with White Coat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Victorian period slit leg Staffordshire dog from the 19th century with textured coat and gilded collar. Created in England during the reign of Queen Victoria, this Staffor...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Pottery

Early 20th Century Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze "Curled Snake" by Franz Bergman
Located in London, GB
A very fine and unusual early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze study of a curled snake on the move with superb naturalistic colour and excellent hand chased surface detail, ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Cast of a Sitting Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Cast of a Sitting Bear Sterling Silver ca. 1930s Item e7247 A lovely sculpture of a sitting bear casted in sterling silver, Germany 1st half of the 20th century. 75,9 gramm, 2.68 oz....
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Early 20th Century German Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver

Pair of Large Antique Silver Plated Pheasant Sculptures with Articulated Wings
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of large antique exotic bird or pheasant sculptures were done by artist G. Vivaldi of Italy in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The sculptures are composed of silve...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Silver Plate

Victorian Mahogany Brass Horse head Wall Mounted Gong
By Architectural Brass
Located in Dereham, GB
Late Victorian Mahogany & Brass Horse head Wall Mounted Gong Mahogany Shield shaped Back, With Mount hook, Embossed Hollow Brass Horses Head & Bras...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

SUBLIME LARGE DECORATIVE FORMER MERRY GO ROUND ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN ROCKING HORSE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite original antique Victorian circa 1860 merry go round horse...
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1860s Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th Century Staffordshire Recumbent Greyhound Dogs. Charming Faces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of finely molded and hand painted English Staffordshire dogs. This pair features full body reclining hounds with the most charming of hand painted faces and colors. On their o...
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1850s British Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Enamel

Huge English Early 20th Century Papier Mache Bull Figure
Located in London, GB
Huge English Early 20th century Papier Mache Bull Figure Firmly attached to a section pine wheeled base, this hand-crafted papier Mache bull is h...
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1920s British Vintage Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Paper

Pennsylvania Painted Chalkware Cat
Located in Savannah, GA
A Pennsylvania painted chalkware cat, circa second half 19th century. These pieces usually painted by German-American folk artisans from Lancaster to Philadelphia were made to be a more accessible household ornament than expensive Staffordshire ceramics. They are more rare today due to their fragile gypsum composition. In the later part of the 19th century and into the 20th century these figures became popular as carnival prizes...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Plaster

Pair of Late 19th Century Stag Mantle Decorations
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of late 19th century English cast brass mantle decorations in the form of stags. They are beautifully cast with lovely detail and design.
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Animal Sculptures

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Brass

Victorian animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Victorian animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Victorian animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original animal sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Sinke Van Tongeren, Staffordshire, Franz Bergmann, and Berthold Muller. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $120 and tops out at $241,571 while the average work can sell for $1,483.