Terra Cotta Greyhounds
I am not sure how to determine where it was made or by whom. There are two orange ceramic or terra cotta greyhounds. Dimensions are 9ʺW × 14ʺD × 26ʺH.
Dimensions are 9ʺW × 14ʺD × 26ʺH.
Inherited
Yes
Hi Justin,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
I've found similar hounds - both in pairs or singles - listed for sale online and they're largely believed to be French, mid 20th Century. The couple that have sold at auction have brought prices ranging from $ 800 to $1,200 for the pair.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A pair of French terracotta greyhounds
mid 20th Century
Each hollow-cast and realistically modeled, seated on cushions. Unsigned
26 inches high by 9 inches wide by 14 inches deep
CONDITION: These appear to be in good condition.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia
Hi Justin,
I don't think seeing these in person would necessarily reveal more information than what you've shared and what I can tell in these photos.
If you list them for sale, I would start with a high(er) number since you can always lower your asking price if you don't get any inquiries...that will ensure you don't undersell these.
Does that help?
Let me know if you have additional questions,
Delia
Would you recommend having these examined by an appraiser in person? Or just listing them for sale and seeing what happens?