A Pair of Italian Terracotta Models of Recumbent Whippets,
Late 19th century

Object Description

Each modelled reclining on a naturalistic base, finely observed with slender proportions, expressive heads and delicately rendered paws, the dogs wearing collars. Mounted on later ebonised wooden bases.

Provenance:
Previously sold at Sotheby’s, from a single-owner collection.

H 97 cm × W 117 cm × D 71 cm

Object History

Previously sold at Sotheby’s, from a single-owner collection.

Object Details