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This listing is for a Pair of Antique figural French(?) Spelter metal Neoclassical Greco-Roman Warrior & dog or hound Statues / sculptures. Likely made in the Late 19th to Early 20th Century. This is a hard to find and extremely desirable matching set, designed to stand out on the shelf, mantle, or table. I personally love how the hounds are posed- one is in the middle of barking at the other, who cowers away. A fun little detail added by the artist. They are not marked or signed by the artist that I have seen. Unfortunately these ones need some restoration, or could be left as is for a more gothic adams family look. They are extremely detailed and of quality make. The pair is excellent for many rooms, or a mantle, and a large variety of decor styles. It makes this an excellent staple piece for your collection, one your friends definitely won’t have! A great collectors item, for use display gifting or decor.
Both have damage from poor care & age. Unfortunately with spelter being the metal of choice for a lot of these kinds of statues, it is not a material that ages well even when cared for correctly. They both have cracking near hands & joints just from aging, which can be repaired. One has a missing arm but the hand is there- this could be repaired by sculpting or moulding a new one from clay or wood & painting the whole thing to disguise the repair. Both based have damage, one has a cracked dent, one just a crack. See photos for full details. The pair could be repainted, and repaired, to make them look new again, or left as is with the patina for the antique look.
Thank you for your consideration, I appreciate your time. Reasonable offers always appreciated. Comes as shown, please see photos for details and measurements. Comes insured in shipment, packed with care.
