This Week's Top 5 Favorite 1stdibs Items: Animal Elements!

This isn't the first time we've had an animal-themed post on the Swank Lighting blog. We can't help it; we love animals! But there's more to including animal elements in your home than just aesthetics. Like some ancient totem, animal imagery can imbue your space with the characteristics of said animals. Infusing your interiors with these animal elements is a great way to not only make your room look good, but feel good, too. Maybe you and your guests would even start to exhibit these animalistic qualities after awhile--so make sure you pick good animals.

1) Ox Weathervane
It's no surprise many sayings exist involving that mighty work animal, the ox. "Strong like an ox" is probably the most familiar one, and seeing this great representation, you can see where someone might notice that oxen are incredibly strong animals. Incorporate this into a room for strength.
Price: $135,000
Dealer: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

2) Eagle with wings spread
We all have goals, dreams and ambitions, and could use a little help with achieving them sometimes. Why not exhibit a soaring eagle in a room for the visual representation of soaring to achieve one's dreams.
Price: $9,000
Dealer: The Federalist Antiques

3) Carved Limestone Prowling Tiger
Quiet. Strong. Sleek. Deadly. There are many words to describe this noble creature, the tiger. He is, after all, the King of the Jungle. Be the king of your own jungle when you display this tiger statue in your space.
Price: $8,600
Dealer: The Elemental Garden

4) Pair of Brass Patinated Parrots
Though parrots aren't the first animals you might consider to place in your home to imbue it with some sort of animal-y spirit, think about these birds for a moment. They are smart (can learn our language practically!), social and mate for life. What wouldn't you want to have in common with a parrot?
Price: $14,000
Dealer: Converso

5) Pair of Nickel Plated Great Danes
There's no other animal more loyal than a dog, and this regal breed, the Great Dane, has long been treasured for its look and its companionship. Stress those own great characteristics with yourself with these lovely sculptural reminders you can place in your home.
Price: $7,800
Dealer: Venfield

Don't forget to check out the rest of this week's listings from 1stdibs, where you can find more fabulous, one-of-a-kind, show-stopping pieces, as well as a number of other great items! Also: please visit our revamped Facebook page for more information about us and follow us on twitter (@swanklighting) to always be up-to-date on Swank Lighting happenings.