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French Neoclassical Bronze Of Androcles and the Lion

Mid 19th Century

$9,850
£7,454.92
€8,556.10
CA$14,032.14
A$15,218.19
CHF 7,993.17
MX$184,850.73
NOK 100,021.90
SEK 94,176.21
DKK 63,904.40

About the Item

Large French Neoclassical sculpture of Androcles and the Lion. Exceptional quality casting and patina. Mid 19th century. The runaway slave Androcles became friends with a wounded lion, because he removed a thorn from its paw. When Androcles was captured and thrown to the lions, he again encountered the grateful beast, which then saved his life. Presented by Joseph Dasta Antiques.
  • Creation Year:
    Mid 19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 854009 antique classical roman greek male man1stDibs: LU1650210381692

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