Pair Of Antique Animalier Bookends, French, Spelter, Onyx, Lecourtier, Victorian

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'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.