Thomas Cartier (1879-1947) was a French prize-winning sculptor best known for his animal sculptures in the art nouveau style. This is a wonderful statue of a great dane or French matiff (both wear the 'biggest dog' attitude that this one shows on her face). 20 pounds, 19" long; 12" high. Lots of detail. I have seen half-sized versions of this statue for about a thousand dollars. We acquired this one at a high end antique show in Sarasota in 1994. Neta took it home when she closed her own store in 2000.
It is a large, impressive piece. Ideal for a mantle, credenza, sideboard, Great detail (note the collar, the foot pads, etc.), and lots of personality. Not just a statue of a dog. 0041 D 435