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A Rare 16th Century Gilt Bronze Seated Dog
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A Rare 16th Century Gilt Bronze Seated Dog

16th century
Sold 27 August 2025 · Spitalfields House
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Description

A rare 16th century gilt bronze figure of a seated dog, probably Nuremberg workshops, c.1550-1600. A similar example is featured in ‘Renaissance Bronzes from Ohio Collections’ by William D. Wixom, Fig. 180.

Measures - 7.5cm H x 10.5cm W x 7cm D.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Spitalfields House has dated this Gilt Bronze Dog to the 16th Century.

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SA1027030
Description
A rare 16th century gilt bronze figure of a seated dog, probably Nuremberg workshops, c.1550-1600. A similar example is featured in ‘Renaissance Bronzes from Ohio Collections’ by William D. Wixom, Fig. 180.

Measures - 7.5cm H x 10.5cm W x 7cm D.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Spitalfields House has dated this Gilt Bronze Dog to the 16th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1027030
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Fine period furnishings, objects and design - inspired by the houses of eighteenth century spitalfields.

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Archive I A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Rare 16th Century Gilt Bronze Seated Dog

Archive II A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue. View II
Archive III A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue. View III
Archive IV A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue. View IV
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Archive VI A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue. View VI
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A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue.
A rare 16th century gilt bronze seated dog
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A small cast metal figure of a seated dog with a golden surface finish, open mouth, and protruding tongue.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period16th century
  • StyleRenaissance
  • MaterialGilt Bronze
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsSeated posture, Open mouth, Textured surface, Detailed paws
  • SizeH 7.5 cm (3 in) x W 10.5 cm (4 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Sixteenth-century metalwork often features lost-wax casting methods, meticulous surface detailing, and the application of fire-gilding to create a durable, golden metallic lustre on bronze or brass substrates.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax (cire perdue) casting technique, employing copper alloys finished with mercury gilding to achieve the characteristic golden surface.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the casting seams, hand-chased surface details, natural wear patterns, tool marks from finishing, and the chemical composition of the alloy and patination.

Small antique sculptures add a layer of historical contrast when placed on contemporary bookshelves, marble mantelpieces, or minimalist desk surfaces alongside modern books.

Gilt bronze should be kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity, cleaned only with a dry, soft microfiber cloth, and strictly protected from abrasive polishes that can strip the historic finish.
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