Gilded Age collections are associated with unparalleled opulence, harkening back to the lavish lifestyles and interiors of French monarchs from centuries past. While Sotheby's auction, The Gilded Age Revisited: Property from a Distinguished American Collection, is certainly in keeping with this ornamental aesthetic, there are plenty of whimsical and charming pieces to be found, particularly for the animal lover. Traditional portraits of dogs and horses are accompanied by images and objets d’art featuring exotic birds and fish. Ahead, view a selection of the diverse animal-themed pieces on offer. –Stephanie Sporn