- Patinated Bronze Model of a French Bulldog,
Patinated Bronze Model of a French Bulldog, 19th/early 20th century a solid and finely cast figure with underside impressed 493 5.75 x 7 in — 14.6 x 17.8 cm
- (4) Porcelain animal figures, vase and
(4) Porcelain animal figures, vase and covered box to include a Rosenthal Selb-Bavaria porcelain figure of a French Bulldog by Thekla Harth Altman, 7 1/2"H, a flea bite to his ear5 1/2"H, a Lindner Bavaria vase in gilt and cobalt decoration, 8"H, Royal Crown Derby owl, 5 1/4"L x 3 1/8"H along with a cobalt and gilt decorated Limoges covered box, 3 1/4", chip to ear of dog, chip to toenail of dog
- (7) GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS, ELEPHANTS,
(7) GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS, ELEPHANTS, ERPHILA(lot of 7) German porcelain dogs and other animal figures, of various size, highlights include: (2) Erphila German porcelain elephants, in a standing pose, with trunks raised, mark underfoot, approx 4"h, 6"w, 2.5"d; (1) porcelain French bulldog, white with black spots, approx 6.5"h, 7"w, 3"d; (1) porcelain borzoi, white and brown, laying down with paws crossed, approx 2.5"h, 5.5"w, 1.75"d; 2.25lbs total
- GOLD. SIGNED RUSSIAN GOLD MOUNTED CARVED
GOLD. SIGNED RUSSIAN GOLD MOUNTED CARVED FRENCH Bulldog. With blue cabochon eyes - most surely sapphire? Signed Russian carved quartz? French bulldog with gold collar. Gold mounted collar with unidentified maker's mark of "M?". Total approx. weight is 59.7 grams (gross). From the estate of a world traveler and gemologist. Dimensions: French bulldog measures approx. 2.5" h. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents.
- GOLD. SIGNED 18KT GOLD MOUNTED CARVED
GOLD. SIGNED 18KT GOLD MOUNTED CARVED FRENCH Bulldog. Carved French bulldog with 18kt yellow gold collar suspending a bell, and round full cut diamond eyes. Possibly Faberge. Consigned from the same estate as Lot 491 - Faberge Dinosaur. Etched mark to underside of one foot. Possibly a study of Grand Duchess Tatiana Nikolaevna's dog, Ortipo? Diamonds measure approx. 1.5mm each. Collar is stamped. "750". Total approx. weight of figurine is 273.3 grams (gross). From the estate of a world traveler and gemologist. Dimensions: 1.75" w x 3" d x 4" h. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents.
- ANTIQUE FRENCH BULLDOG PAPIER MACHE
ANTIQUE FRENCH BULLDOG PAPIER MACHE GROWLER PULL TOY, CA. LATE 19TH CENTURY 14" x 17" x 7 ½" French life size bulldog nodder and growler pull toy, casters underneath of the paws; life like painted in polychrome papier mache with glass eyes and coconut husk collar. The head bobs, and lower jaw opens and closes when chain is pulled on back of neck while making a growling or barking noise, a high quality pull toy.
- DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINE, FRENCH
DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINE, FRENCH BULLDOGWhite and grey dog sitting looking upwards. Dahl Jensen backstamp.
Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 3"L x 2.25"W x 3"H
Manufacturer: Dahl Jensen
Country of Origin: Denmark
Condition:
Age related wear.
- ANTIQUE COLD PAINTED FRENCH BULLDOG
ANTIQUE COLD PAINTED FRENCH BULLDOG DOORSTOPAntique cold painted black and white cast iron "Frenchie" French bull dog door stop. Measures approx. 10" height x 11" width (25.4cm x 27.98cm).
Condition:
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- A GILT METAL MOUNTED HARDSTONE PAPER
A GILT METAL MOUNTED HARDSTONE PAPER KNIFEA white stone inset gilt metal mounted hardstone paper knife with spurious marks With French bulldog finial to handle. length 8in (20cm)
Condition:
Mounts not crisp. Variations to mounted stones. General marks, scratches, rubbing and light wear. Marks spurious, as stated. Bearing Russian maker's mark and 56 (14K gold) mark. Metal and stones not tested.
- 42. GIANT AUTOMATED DOG HEAD CANE -CA.
42. GIANT AUTOMATED DOG HEAD CANE -CA. 1900 -GIANT FRUI...42. Giant Automated Dog Head Cane -Ca. 1900 -Giant fruitwood handle naturalistically carved in the shape of a French bulldog’s head with a finely engraved hairy coat, bone applications on the ears and glass eyes, beautiful and wide silver collar with a lion between two raised ring borders, malacca shaft and a metal ferrule. The lower jaw of the canine is hinged and can be articulated with the lever under the chin. Once depressed, the dog opens his mouth to show a red tongue framed by a row of sharp teeth. If the lever is suddenly dropped, it produces a penetrating, barking-like noise. Be it a glove holder cane or a come-on wink toy of a Don Juan who wanted to catch the attention of a lady and flirt discreetly, this Viennese cane is surely an amusing collectable and in perfectly working condition. The huge size, so far unrecorded, raised also opinions that the cane could have been intended as mascot for the window of a walking sticks store to attract potential clients. -For similar pieces see C. Dike, Cane Curiosa, chapter 18, Gentlemen canes, page 190. She reports on her foreword for the related chapter that: On a stroll in town, etiquette required that a man wears gloves, a hat and a walking stick. It also required that his right hand be bare when he kissed a lady’s hand. And so, the cane’s handle was an ideal place to fit the glove. -H. 8 ½” x 3 ½”, O.L. 40 ½” -$1,200-1,800
- FRUITWOOD AUTOMATED DOG HEAD CANECa.
FRUITWOOD AUTOMATED DOG HEAD CANECa. 1900-Fruitwood handle naturalistically carved in the shape of a French bulldog’s head with inset glass eyes, fruitwood shaft with leather belt and buckle over a long hair bounding collar and a metal ferrule. The lower jaw is hinged and can be articulated with the lever under the chin. Once depressed, the dog opens his mouth to show a red tongue framed by a row of sharp teeth. If the lever is suddenly dropped, it produces a penetrating, barking-like noise. Be it a glove holder cane or a come-on wink toy of a Don Juan who wanted to catch the attention of a lady and flirt discreetly, this Viennese cane is surely an amusing collectable and in perfectly working condition. For similar pieces see C. Dike, Cane Curiosa, chapter 18, Gentlemen canes, page 190. She reports on her foreword for the related chapter that: On a stroll in town, etiquette required that a man wears gloves, a hat and a walking stick. It also required that his right hand be bare when he kissed a lady's hand. And so, the cane's handle was an ideal place to fit the glove. H. 3 ½” x 2”, O.L. 36 ¼”
- HARD STONE FIGURAL CANE-Ca. 1900 -Large
HARD STONE FIGURAL CANE-Ca. 1900 -Large amethyst handle wheel cut of an intense colored single stone to depict a squatting French Bulldog. -Slightly stylized and presented on an integral Milord shaped base, the stocky and compact canine is substantial in build, with a powerful and muscular body and a stumpy, slightly curving tail. Its distinctive head shows a square forehead and large, erect and oddly beautiful rounded bat ears. It sports an adorable “squished up” face embellished by two inset tiny yellow gold and facetted sapphire eyes. -The smooth coat of the French bulldog and its wrinkled skin are well performed by a plane and gently polished surface to the amethyst, which additionally plays the magnificent violet-lavender natural colors and intense hues of the stone and makes the handle very agreeable to the wearer’s hand. -This knob was obviously granted the attention that an artist gives to a selected creation and should be viewed as a celebration to the easygoing personality and friendly appeal of the, at the time very trendy, French Bulldog. -It comes with a hammered silver collar framed with two gilt band rings on a well figured and richly hued rosewood shaft and a horn ferrule. -This cane epitomizes the artistic eclecticism of the, so-called “Turn of the Century Period”, heavily influenced by an incredibly wealthy class of society and the impact of Carl Fabergé. -Although stylistic traits hint to a Viennese origin, the absence of hallmarks makes ease exact origin identification for this cane difficult. In any case, it exudes the essence of luxury and radiates this stylish exclusive flair granted only by supreme masters. -Much like the cane illustrated in the book “The Robert Pearson Collection” on page 77 that sold at Christies Sale 2435, # 5 in date of April 15, 2011 which set world record prices. -For a similar cane in citrine check the book “The Mandel Cane Collection” by Youssef Kadri page 112 where the author mentions that it is “ French in the taste of Cartier and probably made by the reputed jeweler specialized in fine canes and umbrellas Betaille”. -H. 4 ¾” x 1 ¾”, O.L. 37 ¼” -$3.000-$4.000 -Amethyst is the stone of humility, peace of mind, piety and resignation. It was associated with Bacchus, god of wine, and thought to cure drunkenness. It became a symbol of sobriety, possibly because water in an amethyst jug looked like wine, but had no intoxicating effect. A powerful and protective semiprecious stone, it is often used in jewelry and is the traditional birthstone for February. -The Man’s best friend was predestined to become a perennial favorite motif for the figural cane handle. Iconic and soulful, they were appreciated for their graphic qualities and the different breeds offered a never-ending variety. -Business promoting emotional links to the portrayed dog also played a role in widening this choice and trendy species, like the French Bulldog, were more common than others. Not surprisingly, the taste in the representation was different in every country, with England and France bitterly competing to set their own fashion standards.