Large 19th Century French Decorative Zinc Lion Mask on Bronze Base

An unusual, deeply modelled decorative zinc lion mask mounted on an associated cast bronze base originating from 19^thcentury France.

Likely once an architectural feature of a building’s exterior frieze, this large antique lion mask has a distinctive charm, the head with a great mane, widely set eyes and mouth open baring teeth in an almighty roar.

Today, the sculptural zinc mask is mounted to a wooden board and attached to an ornate associated cast bronze base ready for decorative interior display. It will look striking situated in a spacious room, catching the eye on a shelf where its unique character can be observed from afar.