Exeter, Devon
Details
- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 7.75ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Pink
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
- Description
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This is a pair of antique animalier bookends. A French, spelter bronze dog bust mounted upon red onyx by Prosper …
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This is a pair of antique animalier bookends. A French, spelter bronze dog bust mounted upon red onyx by Prosper Lecourtier (1851-1924), dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Striking decorative appeal from one of the 19th century's most heralded animal sculptors
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order throughout
Superior craftsmanship to each portrait, realised in quality spelter bronze
Representing a spaniel and a hound, with deep hues and appealing tonality
Mounted skilfully upon cool red onyx, with a beautiful coral-pink palette
Exceptional detail to each dog, with fine fur and collar detail
Lecourtier's signature resplendent upon the collar of the hound
Protective leather pads cushion the base of each bookend
This is a fascinating pair of antique animalier bookends, with excellent dog portraits presented beautifully upon weighty onyx rests. A treat for any shelf or mantelpiece. Delivered polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Spaniel Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Spaniel Depth: 13cm (5'')
Spaniel Height: 20cm (7.75'')
Hound Width: 12.5cm (5'')
Hound Depth: 12cm (4.75'')
Hound Height: 20cm (7.75'') less
Exeter, Devon
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