18th Century Statues

China Monumental Pair (2) Antique Stone “Spirit Pathway” Tigers, middle Qing period 1750-1850. Please view our video. Dimensions: 115cm, 46” high and 60cm, 24” in width. Likely utilized as spirit pathway tomb markers, these powerful, benign carved sitting effigies perched on haunches and front paws with round heads and faces exposing defined eye sockets, ears and two fangs a top bases that feature curled tails on side each whole atop a block shaped base and hand-carved from limestone whose surfaces show considerable weatherization from exposure and good age. Reference: 35 Years Collecting 35 Treasures, Schneible Fine Arts catalog Number 30, p. 66. Provenance: originally found in Fujian Province. Fujian has the distinction of being home to China’s last remaining wild tigers and famous “tiger” mountain. No wonder then that these early stone works...

This is a statue of Nyoirin Kannon (Nyoirin Kannon) created in Japan during the mid- to late Edo period (circa 18th to 19th centuries). Nyoirin Kannon is a form of Kannon Bodhisattva...

Impressive Carved stone relief plaque depicting Roman governor of Judaea, Pontius Pilate condemning Christ to his fate. Carved in deep intricate relief. Pilate is seated on a throne ...

You are viewing a classic pair of stone garden dogs on oblong pedestal stands Great pair to place in the garden either side of a door or entrance Made in the manner of the famous Aus...

You are viewing a monumental pair of lion statues on pedestal bases At over five feet tall - 154 CM - these magnificent beasts are lifesize They stand on the oblong classical pedest...

This is a stone guardian deity statue created in Japan during the mid to late Edo period (18th–19th century). It is carved from a single piece of natural stone. With a height of 38.5...

Pair 18th C. Carved Marble Terracotta Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues LA . Rare large Pair of early 18th century carved marble terracotta Figures of regal lions, holding an i...

Pair 18th C. Statues Life Size Figures of Women Maiden Sculptures At Bath Stone .Full size Statues of Maidens Figures of Elegant Women Water Bearers A...

Rare Pair French Retour D'egypt Terracotta Lions Sculptures Statues Los Angeles , Exceptional fine pair of Large French Retour D'egypt period terra...

A rare set of the four seasons carved Carrara marble statues. This wonderful foursome are a take on the original four seasons. Autumn, spring, winter, summer (as pictured), are all r...

Paire de boiseries décoratives d'entrée représentant l'un amour assis et l'autre un vase. La base sculptée est constituée d'arabesques dans un motif de feuillage. L'ensemble est laqu...

An antique Neoclassical carved marble horse head sculpture. Dating to circa 1780, this hand-carved sculpture would make a striking decorative piec...

A magnificent, extremely scarce architectural ornament from a Buddhist temple in Tibet. The solid stone sculpture hand carved from a single large rock, featuring the gankyil energy wheel. The lion was adopted as a symbol of Shakyamuni Buddha in early Buddhism; it is also depicted as a vehicle for a number of Vajrayana deities such as Vaishravana and Manjushri, and the lion throne may be found in many nirmanakaya Buddha forms. The lion in India art is represented in Tibetan Buddhist art as the Snow Lion...

Bring a touch of history to your décor with this English Limestone Cherub Sculpture, crafted from durable limestone in 1890. This intricate carving of...

French carved seated lion with a ring in his mouth. Holding a crest. Carved in French limestone, c 1700's. Provenance: The Danish author Karen Branson 1875-1936, One of two carved ...

The tall column sitting on a socle with square base.

This ancient stone guardian lion shizi was carved by hand out of a single block of limestone. The artisan beckoned the guardian out from the stone, manipulating the unyielding materi...

Gorgeous bronze casting of an elephant Good size almost three feet head to trunk - 86 CM Looks like a baby elephant, a welcome addition to our bronze zoo Patina to the bronze is supe...

An impressive set of four Italian white marble sculptures representing The Four Seasons, executed in the 1970s. Each figure embodies one of the allegorical seasons — Spring, Summer,...

Superb pair of nativity angels. Wood carved with layers of original paint and gesso. Found in a church attic in Belgium. Fantastic craftsmanship and emo...

This pair of stone sculptures made in the mid-18th century represents a woven basket filled with flowers, fruits and plants. Among the element...

A fine and large pair of early 18th century Baroque polychrome and parcel gilt putti/angels, Italy, circa 1700. This very attractive pair of Italian baroque putti are of large size,...

A striking 18th century European pair of terracotta sphinxes, modeled in a classical tradition that blends mythological elegance with architectural presence. Beautifully aged surface...

A pair of 18th century antique stone lions reclaimed from a house in South London. Likely originally used as gate piers, this pair of armorial lions make a striking ornamental feature in gardens traditional and modern. Each are stylistically hand carved into limestone and hold a shield, creating a typically English heraldic look. Over the past 200 years, the lion forms have remained intact with detailed characteristics of the face, mane, paws and tail beautifully preserved. Each stone lion statue...

A beautifully modelled, 18th Century French Regence period, carved limestone figure of Flora. Depicted in classical drapery and crowned with flowers, holding garlands and floral spr...

The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many centuries. Still a very handsome sculptural specimen made from carved stone, it is kno...

Life-size sculpture of a hunter in baroque clothing with a pained face and a gesture of clutching his head. He has just been bitten on the forearm by a hunting dog. The sculpture is ...

This 18th century French sculpture is made of a durable cement composition and features a lovely cherub figure. Crafted with precision an...

Statue Girl Embracing Dog Puppy Sculpture Animal Lovers Animalier Rustic Antique . Exquisite 18th century Lead metal Work Figure of a girl Holding and embracing her Puppy . Garden Statue Sculpture animalier exhibit impressive compassion and love . Sculptures were often found in homes in the 18th and 19th centuries where they were thought fashionably imposing and could most often be found in the rose garden orangery . Antique Statuary , dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave. A great depiction of The dog-human friendship is arguably the most successful in nature, dating back many thousands of years ago. Dogs are known for their unconditional love and affection towards their owners. They are loyal, faithful, and often referred to as “man’s best friend. This statue we see the dog cuddling in the owners arms , and it’s a sign of their affection and love towards her. Freezing a moment of time and bringing it to life with this lead statue that survived hundreds of years. As we know Cuddling releases oxytocin, which is known as the “love hormone.” When your dog cuddles with you, it makes them feel happy and secure, and it also strengthens your bond with them. Hope this beautiful depiction of the statue, finds a place in your home and in your heart. This piece would be perfect in a Landscape Design as a center piece mounted on a pedestal base , in an entrance or foyer , architectural element in a garden against the hedges . mounted as a center piece of a garden fountain basin with cascading water beneath it , referencing Love for animals as freestanding art piece statement . Very decorative for your interior design or garden landscape in a rustic traditional or even modern design . A great gift idea for the holiday season or a house warming . We have many available options of stone base column pedestal...

Baroque sandstone fragment with small cupid and a shield on his left side. Very beautiful, naturally aged patina.

A Period German or French large scale Baroque Garden Statue of a Pan Satyr. Well carved with impish gaze and wrapped in sheepskin Ex Prominent New York Co...

This engaging antique grotesque or demonic mask is quite the decorative piece. Hand carved into limestone, its details are superbly distinctive, the ...

Wonderful English 18th century lead garden figure. This statue depicts a jovial musician with his instrument. Resting on a shaped pedestal base. ...

An impressive life size cast iron bust of a gentleman, possibly Jean Jacques Rousseau. A handsome decorative antique statue for the garden, gard...

John Cheere (1709-1787) A rare lead figure of a Haymaker, circa 1745.

18th century French terracotta statue with Madonna and child.

This French Limestone Nobleman Sculpture comes from France and is constructed with limestone in 1880. The sculpture is a detailed carving of a nobleman and is signed. Enhance your ho...

Hand-carved, Northern Italian, winged, marble cherub's head mounted on a custom, Lucite base.