Statuette, LEVRIERO VIGILE - 18 cm - Bronze

Symbol of elegance and agility, the greyhound has often been represented in animalier bronze sculptures, especially in the period from the 1930s to the 1950s. This specimen depicts a splendid dog in an alert stance with a vigilant pose typical of hunting, with the head turned upward. The lines of the chest and head (muzzle, nose, ears) are very carefully crafted. A check by base cut reveals the fullness of the sculpture, which was executed with the lost-wax casting technique. The weight is notable, as shown in the photo: even with the base removed it exceeds 1200 g. I indicated Italy as the origin since this item comes from a private collection, but the true country of origin is unknown; it could be French (very likely) or Scandinavian. The veined marble base is in good condition and the sculpture is fixed with two screws. We guarantee careful packaging.