“Spirit of Life” 20^th Century Bronze Figure. The Original by American artist Robert Russin (1914-2007.)

The sculpture depicts a family of three, mother and father dancing while they both hold up their infant boy. An incredibly moving subject as depicted by one of the great living sculptors of the day.

The Original “Spirit of Life” bronze sculpture created in 1969. Bronze on black marble base, signed both in the bronze and in the metal placard on the marble base, with an overall dimension of 36 inches high. As for the Sculpture we offer it has only a metal placard but not signed on the bronze.

Robert Isaiah Russin began his career as a WPA sculptor, and received dozens of commissions during his career both public and private. Russin created the famous bronze figurative sculpture that resides in front of the City of Hope in California, the "Spirit of Life" fountain sculpture in front of the City of Hope National Medical Center in Duarte. He also created the 14-foot bronze head of Abraham Lincoln which was installed on the Lincoln highway in Wyoming. He studied art at the City College of New York, earning a BA degree in 1933 and an MA in 1935. He was also a WPA sculptor. Memberships included the National Sculpture Society, Audubon Artists and the American Artists Congress. His work is in the collection of the U.S. Navy at Abbott Laboratories, the Hyde Park Museum and City College of New York. Realism Figurative Sculpture

A beautiful pair of tole jardiniere Empire, 19th century Measures: Height 12" Antique Dealer los angeles west hollywood CA These pieces are an elegant touch to any room in the house. Very decorative in an office, entryway, a living room Base is 5" x 5" Top width: 7 1/4".

19^th Century Basque Gourd handmade water pitcher. Unlike the Talavera pottery and the Spanish Talavera de la Reina and the Majolica ( faience ) or tin-glazed earthenware ceramic , the Art Pottery handmade and hand crafted such as this piece was common to hold the water and keep it fresh and cold in the shade on a hot summer day . They were not painted to allow perspiration but sometimes they had a  simple design pattern in blue green gray and milky white with traces of orange peel color. This decorative item will decorate A console or as a bibelot in a library , on a side table in a living room  , even as a decorative object on a kitchen counter as a fruit bowl or a vase for sunflowers , in a rustic farm or traditional setting. Antiques Dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave Beverly Hills . Pottery to hold water and oil been used since the Roman times.  Also called " búcaro " bucaro  or botijo . the nice handmade pieces by the artisans perfect addition of history and tradition and the magic of the old world charm Provençal provincial home and in a Spanish decor. Perfect gift idea for the holiday season and house warming to have it outdoor on a coffee table  or on top of a mantle fireplace . this piece had a small touch up restoration of a fine crack on the lip to the side as seen in the pictures, but it is in an overall good shape considering the age and use.  

19^th Century Basque Gourd handmade water pitcher. Unlike the Talavera pottery and the Spanish Talavera de la Reina and the Majolica ( faience ) or tin-glazed earthenware ceramic , the Art Pottery handmade and hand crafted such as this piece was common to hold the water and keep it fresh and cold in the shade on a hot summer day . They were not painted to allow perspiration but sometimes they had a  simple design pattern in blue green gray and milky white with traces of orange peel color. This decorative item will decorate A console or as a bibelot in a library , on a side table in a living room  , even as a decorative object on a kitchen counter as a fruit bowl or a vase for sunflowers , in a rustic farm or traditional setting. Antiques Dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave Beverly Hills . Pottery to hold water and oil been used since the Roman times.  Also called " búcaro " bucaro  or botijo . the nice handmade pieces by the artisans perfect addition of history and tradition and the magic of the old world charm Provençal provincial home and in a Spanish decor. Perfect gift idea for the holiday season and house warming to have it outdoor on a coffee table  or on top of a mantle fireplace . this piece had a small touch up restoration of a fine crack on the lip to the side as seen in the pictures, but it is in an overall good shape considering the age and use.  

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Grand Tour bronze sculpture of Narcissus after the original found in 1862 at Pompeii. At 1^st identified as Narcissus Years later it was identified as Dionysus. Original located in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Naples . Antique Dealer Los angeles West Hollywood CA Melrose Ave La Cienega

Grand Tour sculpture statue of a nude youthful Dionysus posing nude man  .The head bent down wearing a crown of ivy and has a fawn-skin knotted over his left shoulder. Laced leather boots great detail. The figure stands atop a Carved Stone base. A very decorative bronze displays a beautiful patina. The sculpture originates from the late 19th century, a possible souvenir from the grand Tour, a token of the enthusiasm for neo-classical culture of the time. The Grand Tour had the effect, among other things, of bringing the high society of Northern Europe into contact with ancient art and helped spread Palladianism and neoclassicism. They brought souvenirs, bronzes, paintings and objets d'art from their travels. Great Gift idea Holiday season for a house warming , library office entryway console or on a side table or as a center piece decorative

Large 19th Century German Hand Painted Gilt-Trimmed Meissen Porcelain Vase  Urn . Snake Handled Cobalt Blue Vases

with gilt trim and scroll handles. vase in the form of an urn. . The vase highlighted with gilt decoration and with elaborate serpent handles issuing from acanthus leaf terminals, raised on a gadrooned socle pedestal Marked on the bottom with under glazed blue crossed swords.

this baluster form vase  the gilt gadrooned trim flanked by paired coiled serpent handles terminated with acanthus leaves above a band of Vitruvian scrolls . The shoulder with braid, the lower section with a further band of gilt gadroons on a conforming socle and gilt fluted flaring foot Decorative objects Very beautiful and detailed Vase . A great center piece on a table  a console. Fun color that adds a touch of elegance to a Provincial design, or high end home Traditional

Los Angeles CA Beverly Hills Melrose Ave La Cienega West Hollywood . to decorate the top of a console in an entryway , a living room . This pair is piece of art and very versatile. Gift Idea for a house warming or for the holiday season 

Great and unique shape Carved malachite stone ashtray or vide poche. Imposing item, stunning color and pattern which makes it unique . Natural malachite sculpture . Some are called vide poche or ashtray Dresser caddy or valet tray and sundries bowl . Carved in Mid 20^th Century and it goes with Art Deco style , modern and even traditional design .

Home & Accessories collection where form meets function and high quality to make ordinary decorative objects extraordinary . the hand finish lends a sophisticated edge to this beautiful item , where you can put your keys , small change etc... or simply on top of a side table , credenza , bookshelf , dresser . Los Angeles CA antiques dealer Beverly Hills West Hollywood Melrose Ave La Cienega . A great gift idea for the holiday or for a house warming or for smokers , Very versatile to go in a library an office or simply to use it as a decorative object delicate carvings and patina , a wonderful sculpted art work accent piece in any room 

A beautiful Pair of Early 19^th Century Italian Majolica Garden and interior cache pots  cachepot Glazed Blue Cobalt Ceramic decorated with flowers and Foliage and figures . Rarely to find them in pairs , The craftsmanship on these planters is incredible , they could be used in an entryway on a console , in a library a living or dining room , on side tables or on top of chest of drawers . Very elegant decorative elements to add warmth to your home . during the holiday season use them to hide the pots of your poinsettia . Antique dealer Los Angeles CA Beverly hills West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave . They were made in the period of great Majolica Makers such as Minton , Wedgwood , George Jones and Holdcroft . planter jardinière 

Beautiful cast of late 19^th Century Black Cat of Cast Iron Hand Painted Door Stop decorative gift idea

 iron doorstop modelled as a sitting upright Cat

Painted black . By the door guarding the house as a decorative element or by the fireplace guarding the  fire and adding Charm .  Very functional object since it weighs about 11 to 12 lbs it can actually stop a door and not purely decorative . Great conversation piece and it could be a special birthday gift or Christmas gift for someone you love . Antique dealer Los Angeles CA , Melrose ave , la Cienega blvd west Hollywood. 

Bronze Sculpture Mastiff by Charles Valton Dog Bronze statue animalier Antiques

Signed and stamped . Valton was known for his big cats but probably his most famous work is the chained mastiff dog. This particular model was the one exhibited at the salon and Won much praise. It has the Stamp as well: Exposition Universelle Paris 1900 Medaille D'or H.V. It was a popular piece and was cast in several sizes later on, from a small desk top versions up to a larger size. This bronze is about 18 1/4" , one of the larger versions and very finely detailed, even the clasp holding the chain on the dog's collar is cast bronze. The sign on the poost reads Passez Au Large in French which pretty much translates to Beware Of The Dog. It is finished in a dark brown black patina. Antique Dealer Los Angeles Melrose Ave La Cienega CA This beautiful bronze sculpture would be the perfect addition to any library, an office, an elegant space, a man's den. The subject of a chained fighting dog was done by several French artists in the late 19th Century as the Bulldog and pit bull or mastiff breeds were very popular in England and America at this time. It is a powerful subject as the dog lunges on his chain. The Artist : VALTON Charles 1851/1918 VALTON Charles 1851/1918 Charles Valton (born January 26, 1851 in Pau and died in 1918) is a French animal sculptor. Charles Valton was born in the Pyrenees in Pau, but grew up in Paris where he frequented the Jardin des Plantes. He was the student of Antoine-Louis Barye and Emmanuel Frémiet, directors of this establishment and themselves animal sculptors. He started at the Salon of 1868. Member of the French Artists since 1885, medal of 3rd class in 1875, 2nd class in 1885, medal in 1889 and 19 .. at the Universal Exhibitions From 1868 to 1914, Valton produced more than 70 animal models and was appointed professor of sculpture at Germain Pilon School in 1883.

Rare pair of clear Cranberry color opaline glass Ram's Head vases Unusual French opaline with gilt decoration Rhyton cornucopia Vases mounted with gilt bronze Ram's heads on white marble bases . Antiques dealer Los Angeles CA West Hollywood La Cienega Melrose Ave . This beautiful garniture on a desk a table or a console will add the exact splash of color. The Cranberry color is vibrant and charming. In a modern interior design or an old world charm, this pair is even more beautiful in person that the camera captures. Very elegant Pair of decorative objects for interior decoration design , A perfect gift during the holiday season , in a library as part of the beblot