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Pair of White Terracotta Lion Sculptures

1960

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Whimsical pair of Italian midcentury terracotta male and female lions with a white glaze and painted details. Although hardly ferocious these seated big cats command attention with their unexpected benevolence and stark white palette.
  • Creation Year:
    1960
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 44631stDibs: LU1659211564612
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