Catalog: Fine Art: Sculpture: Clay (4)

Very large and highly detailed bas relief plaques of meerschaum, depicting the Holy Family with angels and donkey, in deep grain painted wood frames, dome shaped glass over plaques, Continental, likely French, ca 1880. Measure 16" high 13" wide, 2 1/2" deep...

Beautifully carved large Meerschaum bas relief plaque of Crucifixion scene, with multiple figures, finely detailed, in deep oval frame with grain painted finish, domed glass cover, 19th century, Continental, probably French. Measures 16"high, 13" wide and 2 1/2" deep...

Terracotta sculpture of putti or cherub petting dog at his side, a garland wrapped around his torso, mounted on mottled marble base, 19th century, style of Clodion. Measures 12 1/4" high, marble base is 5 1/4" in diameter. Like all fine sculpture, it is artful from every angle and depicts a very charming putti figure reaching to pet the dog at his side, his fabric garland flowing around him...

Of terracotta or earthenware, this lovely sculpture depicts a pug dog lying down, has glass eyes and a red collar. Painted surface over tan body. With big jowls and black ears, he is quite endearing, and is in good condition for its age. Condition is good overall, with no breaks or chips, just minor loss to paint surface, all visible in photos. Most dog figures like this were made in Germany, and were imported all over the world to dog fanciers. Sometimes it is difficult to be sure of the ...