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A 19th century pair of neoclassical Italian walnut lions. Formerly a set of handed architectural brackets, presented in a French polish finish. Finely carved to an exceptional quality. Each handed sculpture is a monopodium, wrapped in acanthus style leaves, which continues into a foliate silhouette of a lions body. Behind the head is a flat…
Depth: 10.5cm4.13in
Width: 66cm25.98in
Height: 30.5cm12.01in
Weight: 10kg22.05lbs
They have been built into something then salvaged later. Areas where they have been trimmed to fit.
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
Circa 1830
Unknown
Timber, Walnut, Wood
Italy
Early 19th Century
Neoclassical
A 19th century pair of neoclassical Italian walnut lions.
Formerly a set of handed architectural brackets, presented in a French polish finish. Finely carved to an exceptional quality.
Each handed sculpture is a monopodium, wrapped in acanthus style leaves, which continues into a foliate silhouette of a lions body. Behind the head is a flat surface, indicating they may have been the base of a shelf or cabinet.
