Carved Walnut Heraldic Greyhounds
A fine pair of eighteenth-century carved walnut heraldic greyhound figures. This result reflects strong demand for rare English carvings, heraldic sculpture and distinctive country-house works of art.
Hutchinson Scott offers a varied selection of bronze sculpture, decorative works of art and collectable objects through our seasonal Fine Interiors Auctions and subsequent Timed Auctions.
From European sculpture and country-house objects to ormolu, carvings, tapestries and Grand Tour works, careful cataloguing and international bidding connect each lot with collectors in the UK and overseas.
Our auctions present bronze sculpture and works of art spanning many periods, materials, cultures and makers, supported by detailed research, clear photography and worldwide online bidding.
Bronzes and works of art are offered through our seasonal Fine Interiors Auctions and subsequent Timed Auctions.
Our sales include European, animalier, figurative, classical and modern bronze sculpture by established and collectable makers.
We handle carvings, ormolu, Blue John, tapestries, country-house objects, Grand Tour pieces and other decorative works of art.
Our team can advise on sculpture and works of art valuations, auction suitability, cataloguing and the consignment process.
Hutchinson Scott has sold works by, signed by or associated with internationally recognised names including Auguste Rodin, Demetre Chiparus, Diego Giacometti, Emmanuel Frémiet, Louis Hottot and Matthew Boulton.
Our auctions also include unsigned period sculpture and decorative works whose quality, materials, subject, foundry, attribution, age, condition and provenance are carefully considered before cataloguing.
Figurative, classical, Orientalist and animalier bronzes by recognised French, Italian, Austrian and wider European sculptors.
Collectable twentieth-century works connected with influential designers and sculptors including Diego Giacometti and Demetre Chiparus.
Ormolu, Blue John and finely crafted objects attributed to celebrated makers such as Matthew Boulton, alongside important country-house works.
Sculpture, decorative objects and historic works of art are researched, photographed and presented through our website and illustrated catalogues to reach private collectors, interior buyers and specialist trade audiences.
International online bidding gives suitable pieces exposure across the UK, Europe, America and the wider global market while providing buyers with clear information before the auction.
These previous results demonstrate the variety of sculpture, decorative objects and country-house works handled by Hutchinson Scott and the specialist interest attracted by our auctions.
A fine pair of eighteenth-century carved walnut heraldic greyhound figures. This result reflects strong demand for rare English carvings, heraldic sculpture and distinctive country-house works of art.
A fine pair of late George III ormolu and Blue John mantel urns or candle holders on marble bases, attributed to Matthew Boulton. They demonstrate the market for Georgian decorative arts and important Derbyshire Blue John.
A large and impressive eighteenth-century French verdure tapestry. This result highlights international interest in antique tapestries, historic textile art and substantial decorative works for period and country-house interiors.
A rare pair of early twentieth-century bronze country-house lamp posts. This result demonstrates buyer demand for architectural bronzes, garden ornament and statement-scale decorative works of art.
Find answers to common questions about valuing, buying and selling antique bronze sculpture, decorative objects and works of art with Hutchinson Scott.
Request an initial valuation through our online service. Include clear photographs from several angles, the base and underside, signatures, foundry marks, labels and any damage, together with dimensions, weight and known provenance.
Our auctions include figurative and animalier bronzes, Grand Tour sculpture, carvings, ormolu, Blue John, tapestries, architectural pieces, country-house objects and decorative works in many materials.
Demand depends on quality, rarity, condition and provenance. We have sold works connected with names including Auguste Rodin, Demetre Chiparus, Diego Giacometti, Emmanuel Frémiet, Louis Hottot and Matthew Boulton.
Important factors include sculptor, foundry, subject, date, casting quality, size, patina, edition, condition, provenance and current demand. Signatures and foundry marks require careful specialist assessment.
No. Avoid polishing, waxing, repainting or repairing a bronze or decorative object before seeking advice. Original patina, surface and construction can be important to its value.
Yes. Suitable individual sculptures, decorative objects, private collections and groups of country-house works may all be considered for auction following an initial valuation.
Photograph the front, back, sides, top, base and underside, plus close-ups of signatures, casting marks, labels, joints, surface wear, repairs and areas of damage.
Yes. Illustrated online catalogues and internet bidding give bronze sculpture and works of art exposure to collectors, interior buyers and trade specialists across the UK and overseas.
Our team can advise private owners, families and executors on inherited sculpture and decorative objects, including valuation, probate requirements and suitability for auction.
Speak to our team about buying, selling or arranging a valuation. You can also explore our latest auctions and sign up for auction news using the newsletter form at the bottom of this page.