Antique 19th-Century French Cold-Painted Metal Bulldogs French Silver Made circa 1920

Made circa 1920

and later became just as common hanging proudly on the wall when not in use

Presented in its original giltwood frame

Midcentury oil on board

75"H to large: 2

Antique 19th-Century French Cold-Painted Metal Bulldogs French Silver Made circa 1920A spirited and finely modeled pair of 19th century French cold painted metal bulldogs, captured mid stride with taut musculature and alert expressions. The sculptor has given them remarkable movement chests forward, legs extended, jaws slightly parted conveying both strength and character. Cold painted metal figures of this quality were produced in France during the late 19th century as decorative desk and mantel objects, prized for their lifelike