17th Century Lion

Hercules slaying the Nemean lion, 17th century This group of carved and gilded wood has a beautiful twist effect.

Middle or second part of 17th century. Measures: Length 40 cm, width 22 cm, height. 40.5 cm.

This antique cast iron fireback dating from the 17th century is quite rare. Adorned with a thick molded marquise, it shows a embossed coat of arms.

very big and massive bronze door knocker, German or maybe Italian in origin, 16-17th century, amazing green original patina to the face, some scares and dings to the face which gives...

Rare pair of stone recumbent Lions, 17th c., from Naples (found in Bastide near Aix en Provence)

The Buddhist lion seated on a round-shaped drum, with right paw raised, glazed in yellow, green and brownish-purple.

Chinese Blanc de Chine incense burner in the form of a seated Buddhist lion atop a square plinth, the head with open mouth, one paw resting on brocade ball, the neck tied with bells,...

Origin: France Period: late 16th–early 17th century Height: 31 cm Width: 34 cm Depth: 21 cm Limestone This carved limestone lion must have took place among a large architectural e...

A charming and well carved lion at rest with head turned, on an ionic capital. Very good antique condition, a beautiful example, ready to add to your collection.

A pair of French Louis XVI lions table decorations on a marble base.

Ceremonial peg tankards of silver and wood have been used since the 17th century. The lions on the cover, thumbpiece and feet of this example symbolise the Royal emblem of Norway.

The pattern range is similarly broad, but overall repeating textile patterns tend to be earlier (17th century) while medallions, often with lion dogs surrounded by cloud-wreaths, are...

Recumbent Lion Bronze with dark brown patina Central Italy, 17th century 15 x 23,5 x 11 cm The lion is modelled couchant on an integral rectangular base, the body elongated with th...

17th century Japanese lion garden sculpture of carved granite. measurements: Low stone bowl: 12 1/2" h x 28 3/4" diam 250 lbs high stone bowl: 21" h x 20" diam 300 lbs stone lion : ...

A exceptional pair of mid 17th century carved white marble seated lions, each with one foot raised steadying a ball.

Piercing 17th century carved stone lion fragment, wonderful focused stare, weathered, with losses, mounted on a later stand.

Late 17th century, a lion mask carved out of Carrara marble from the Renaissance period, circa 1680 Padua, Italy.

This seated sculpture was carved over 400 years ago during the Ming dynasty out of a single block of limestone. It was discovered in the Shanxi region of China and is believed to rep...

Wonderful and rare small giltwood lion. Original period piece. France, circa 1650-1700. Weathered, losses and old repairs.

Italian white carrara marble sculpture of a lion, northern Italy, 17th century.

Cast iron fountain mask of lion's head. Originating from France, 17th century.

Pair of Chinese carved stone foo dog guardian lions from the 16-17th century. Very detailed. The pair consist of a male leaning his paw upon an embroidered ball (in imperial context...

Stone lions have been used by the Chinese as guardians against bad elements since the Han dynasty. Through different dynasties, the shape, form and decorative motives change and evol...

Strong geometry gives this large commode a regal presence. The bone inlay is especially beautiful and the bronze pulls have a most unusual motif of two lions nose to nose.

Great pair of small carved oak lions. Beautiful weathered France, circa 1650. Measurement individual. More pictures available on request.

This outstanding and rare 17th century French trunk with original iron nails and brackets, lock, etc.

17th Century sculpture stone lion holding a monkey.

17th-18th century French fireback with Hercules and the lion.

A more recent black iron base offers stability for displaying on a mantel, shelf, or small table. Our 17th century oak lion heads sculpture has a deep brown patina and would make a w...

Florentine or Flemish school 17th century study of the Medici Lion by Flaminio Vacca.

A rare pair of 17th century carved sandstone reclining lions. Attributed to Didrik Blume (active 1630-1668) or Markus Hebel (active ca. 1638-1664) Originally they were part of the ma...

Pair of extraordinary late 17th-early 18th Century Louis XIV earthenware reclining lions, having mounted with gilded wrought iron candelabras.

The Netherlands Circa 1630 - 1660 A nice tile with a decoration of the Dutch lion with his paw on the globe. The meaning of this image is the Dutch global power in the 17th cent...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning early Victorian circa 1860 solid mahogany velvet upholstered Lion Hairy paw feet suite A very good looking extremely comfortable a...

This large 17th century French brass cachepot or planter dates to the period of Louis XIV, the Sun King.

Fine Italian 17th century carved and giltwood recumbent lion on a stepped plinth vase, the whole with beautiful wear and patination.

Bronze Group of Hercules and the Nemean Lion, Italian, 17th century.

A Pair of Italian pink marble winged lions.

Dating between the 17th and 18th century, this statue is a beautiful interior piece for display on a centre or side table in a traditional townhouse or impressive hallway.

Resting on pedestals, this pair of terracotta lions was made in the 18th century. These terracotta lions are based on ancient iconography and are inspired from the 17th and 18th c...

These 17th century French limestone lion sculptures are crafted from the highest grade natural limestone for unparalleled quality and durability.

Wonderful period piece. Lead lion head that most likely once had its place on a front door of a mansion. France circa 1650-1750, weathered Measurements include the wooden base. H:24...

Beautiful and very primitive hand-carved stone lion.Unique period piece. Italy circa 1650-1750 Weathered, small losses. More pictures are available on request.

Pair of good quality late 19th century brass firedogs, in the early 17th century style, lion masks to arched feet.

A very nicely decorated large dish from around 1600-1630. Heavy and larger sized piece with beautiful decoration in turqoise. Storage box included. Condition 1 line from rim and som...

Beautiful and primitive hand-carved stone lion. Unique period piece. Italy, circa 1650-1750 Weathered, small losses and old repair. More pictures are available on request.

An Italian renaissance style carved marble lion, possibly from as early as the late 17th / early 18th century.

One of a kind French castle fireplace surround in limestone. This statement mantle piece has rounded corners and fantastic original wear. The central cartouche figures a lion. Measur...

They are carved in the same stylistic manner as many of the medieval lions that were created between the 12th and 17th centuries.

This object is a superb Chinese vestige. China, Ming Period - 17th Century

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, Regency style, large round dining or huge centre table with Dolphin base that has been beautifully gilded and flamed mah...

Wimbledon-Furniture We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original James Winter & Sons circa 1840 fully restored mahogany console table This is one of the finest tab...

Piercing 17th century carved stone lion fragment, wonderful focused stare, weathered, with losses, mounted on a later stand, France, circa 1680.

This magnificent hand-carved lion head architectural dates to the 1600s and was salvaged from a chateau near Macon, France. With the head of a lion and the body of an acanthus leaf v...

Wonderful and rare small giltwood lion. Original period piece. France, circa 1650-1700. Weathered, losses and old repairs.

This item is believed to be pottery made in the early to mid-Edo period, around the 17th or 18th century. A lion is a divine beast introduced from ancient China, and it can be said ...

Dating from the 17th century, this English carved stone griffin or stylised dragon statue is an architectural fragment from history. Over 350 years old, it likely once served as a de...

Pair of 19th century hand-carved oversized wooden Indian temple horses with poly-chrome decorated sitting a top of a wheeled board.  Large heavy Antique Southeast Asian Carved Polych...