0
8,733  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 36  ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAY NEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Latest
Price Low
Price High
sellingantiques.co.uk
ID #SA1183456
FOR SALE
£1,795
Email
Save
A Gilt Bronze Study of Two German Shepherd Dogs by Louis Riche, French C1910
Robert Belcher Antiques
for sale €2,100     $2,280
£1,795
Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jul 2017
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.
Relevant Links
Id #SA1183456
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A Gilt Bronze Study of Two German Shepherd Dogs by Louis Riche, French C1910

1900 - 1920
Description

This impressive bronze is finely detailed. It portrays two working German Shepherd dogs. The nearest is laid down, and his companion is seated behind him. They both have an alert expression waiting for the command from their master. Louis Riche first exhibited at the salon in Paris in 1869 aged just 19. He specialised in numerous animals but was best known and highly regarded for his studies of German shepherd dogs. He was considered a master at reproducing their stance, expressions and fine detail. The majority of his work was cast at the Thiebault Freres foundry. This fine example was cast at the prestigious Paris Foundry Jollet et Cie and carries their additional medal on the reverse. This superb study retains most of its original high lustre gilt finish and is in excellent condition. Signed L Riche.

French, circa 1910

Height 23.5cm x width 27cm x depth 14.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
23.5cm (9.25")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Dog Sculpture to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1183456
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This impressive bronze is finely detailed. It portrays two working German Shepherd dogs. The nearest is laid down, and his companion is seated behind him. They both have an alert expression waiting for the command from their master. Louis Riche first exhibited at the salon in Paris in 1869 aged just 19.
“
He specialised in numerous animals but was best known and highly regarded for his studies of German shepherd dogs.
Robert Belcher Antiques

He was considered a master at reproducing their stance, expressions and fine detail. The majority of his work was cast at the Thiebault Freres foundry. This fine example was cast at the prestigious Paris Foundry Jollet et Cie and carries their additional medal on the reverse. This superb study retains most of its original high lustre gilt finish and is in excellent condition. Signed L Riche.

French, circa 1910

Height 23.5cm x width 27cm x depth 14.5cm

Height
23.5cm (9.25")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
14.5cm (5.71")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Gilt Bronze Dog Sculpture to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183456
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Belcher Antiques Profile Page

Relevant Links
PDF SHARE
SAVE
A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind.
1 / 23
Archive I A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind.

A Gilt Bronze Study of Two German Shepherd Dogs by Louis Riche, French C1910

Archive II A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View II
Archive III A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind.
Archive V A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View V
Archive VI A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View VI
Archive VII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View VII
Archive VIII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View VIII
Archive IX A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View IX
Archive X A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View X
Archive XI A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XI
Archive XII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XII
Archive XIII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XIII
Archive XIV A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XIV
Archive XV A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XV
Archive XVI A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XVI
Archive XVII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XVII
Archive XVIII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XVIII
Archive XIX A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XIX
Archive XX A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XX
Archive XXI A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XXI
Archive XXII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XXII
Archive XXIII A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind. View XXIII
Enlarged Archival View
Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
Location
Worcestershire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rbelcher
Verified Since Jul 2017
Items For Sale 406
Items Sold 667
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Verified Since Jul 2017
View Dealer Info
Location: Worcestershire, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/rbelcher
Verified
Jul 2017
For Sale
406
Sold
667
A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind.
A gilt bronze study of two German shepherd dogs by Louis Riche, French C1910
Ref: SA1183456
A French gilt bronze sculpture depicting two German Shepherd dogs on a naturalistic integrated base, one resting lying down and one sitting upright behind.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Detail View 13
Detail View 14
Detail View 15
Detail View 16
Detail View 17
Detail View 18
Detail View 19
Detail View 20
Detail View 21
Scale Reference
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

The Animalier movement was a nineteenth- and early twentieth-century artistic movement, predominantly based in France, that focused on creating realistic and naturalistic representations of animals in bronze.

Gilt bronze sculptures were typically cast using lost-wax or sand casting methods before being hand-chased and finished with gilding to apply a layer of gold to the bronze surface.

Authentic pieces feature crisp anatomical detailing from hand-chasing, an artist signature or foundry mark cast directly into the metal, and age-consistent wear to the gilding or patina.

Position the sculpture on a mantlepiece, side table, or within a glass-fronted cabinet where ambient lighting can illuminate the gilded metallic surfaces and textural detailing.

Dust regularly using a dry camel-hair brush or soft microfibre cloth, and avoid liquid metal polishes or chemical cleaners that can strip away original gold leaf or gilding.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories