Bronze Greyhound Dog Sculpture, Italy, 1960s

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A refined tabletop sculpture (or ornament) in solid gilded bronze. This piece is a work of high Italian craftsmanship (Made … Read more A refined tabletop sculpture (or ornament) in solid gilded bronze. This piece is a work of high Italian craftsmanship (Made in Italy), depicting a Greyhound dog, estimated to date back to the Vintage period (1960s).

Subject and Style: Modernist/Art Deco design. The Greyhound is depicted in a classic resting pose (crouched), with its front legs extended. The sculpture perfectly captures the elegance and slender line typical of this breed.

Material and Finish: Crafted entirely of solid cast bronze. It features a splendid, polished gold finish, with a light patina that highlights its muscular form.

Base: The figure is freestanding and rests directly on its legs and body.

Ideal for collectors of animal sculptures (animaliers), dog and greyhound lovers, or as an elegant paperweight or decorative piece for a study or living room.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Sculpture / Ornament / Dog

· Subject: Greyhound / Whippet

· Materials: Solid cast bronze

· Manufacturing: Made in Italy

· Period: Vintage (1960s)

· Dimensions:

o Length: 22 cm

o Depth: 7 cm

o Height: 10.5 cm

· Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The bronze is intact and heavy. The gilding is well preserved, with normal and minor signs of age and use.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color variation in the photograph.

The item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

It is sold "as is" and the and photographs are accurate. See less