Description
Wonderfully whimsical pair of solid brass armadillos, full of texture, Southern charm, and 1970s glamour.
Each piece is beautifully cast with detailed segmented armor, elongated snouts, expressive ears, and articulated tails. The sculptural texture across the shells catches the light in the most satisfying way, giving them dimension and warmth from every angle. Their stance - low and forward - creates a sense of movement, as if they're mid-wander across a console or bookshelf.
Substantial and heavy for their size, these are solid brass (not hollow lightweight decor). The natural patina and tonal variation throughout the metal enhance their vintage character and depth.
Approximate Dimensions (larger piece):
9.4" long
4.5" high
The smaller companion is proportionally scaled and perfectly pairs for layered styling.
Style Notes:
* Hollywood Regency
* Palm Beach Regency
* Southern Whimsy
* Maximalist and collected interiors
* Bar cart, bookshelf, or cocktail table accents
They feel equally at home in a Palm Beach layered setting, a Billy Baldwin-inspired traditional interior, or a playful modern vignette. Style them atop coffee table books, flank them on a bar, or let them add a bit of polished brass warmth to a study or den.5
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Billy Baldwin
Materials & Techniques:
Brass
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Each piece is beautifully cast with detailed segmented armor, elongated snouts, expressive ears, and articulated tails. The sculptural texture across the shells catches the light in the most satisfying way, giving them dimension and warmth from every angle. Their stance - low and forward - creates a sense of movement, as if they're mid-wander across a console or bookshelf.
Substantial and heavy for their size, these are solid brass (not hollow lightweight decor). The natural patina and tonal variation throughout the metal enhance their vintage character and depth.
Approximate Dimensions (larger piece):
9.4" long
4.5" high
The smaller companion is proportionally scaled and perfectly pairs for layered styling.
Style Notes:
* Hollywood Regency
* Palm Beach Regency
* Southern Whimsy
* Maximalist and collected interiors
* Bar cart, bookshelf, or cocktail table accents
They feel equally at home in a Palm Beach layered setting, a Billy Baldwin-inspired traditional interior, or a playful modern vignette. Style them atop coffee table books, flank them on a bar, or let them add a bit of polished brass warmth to a study or den.5
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Billy Baldwin
Materials & Techniques:
Brass
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
4.5 x 9.5 x 5 in
Pair of Vintage Solid Brass Armadillo Sculptures - 1970s Hollywood Regency
Estimate $140-$390
Starting Price
$70
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Heirloom Interiors: The Fall Edit
Sep 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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