Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

18th Century Lion

Swedish Textile Rare 18th-Century Lion Design

$9,403

H 40.56 in W 18.9 in D 0.04 in

Swedish Textile Rare 18th-Century Lion Design

Located in Ferrara, IT

This is a rare 18th-century Swedish textile that has been mounted and framed on a backing and measures 103x 48CM in size.

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Other Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Terracotta Lion, 18th Century

$6,699

H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in

Terracotta Lion, 18th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Beautiful garden terracotta sculpture of a seated lion, a ball between its claws. 18th-century terracotta, some losses (eyes, tail, etc.), wear, chips, and cracks.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Carved wood lion mask mount. English, 18th century.

$1,086

Carved wood lion mask mount. English, 18th century.

Located in London, GB

Carved wood lion mask mount. English, 18th century. Measurements: Height 22.0 cm (8.7 in).

Category

Antique 18th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Pair of 18th Century French Limestone Lions

$35,000

H 49 in W 26 in D 11.5 in

Pair of 18th Century French Limestone Lions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A magnificent pair of 18th century French Hand Carved Limestone Lions.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Statues

Materials

Limestone

18th Century Folk Carved Lion

$4,500

H 9 in W 16 in D 9 in

18th Century Folk Carved Lion

Located in Greenwich, CT

Charming 18th century carved and painted lion in repose, having full mane and growling expression.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Limestone Lions

$23,660 / set

H 37 in W 20 in D 60 in

Pair of 18th Century Limestone Lions

Located in Dallas, TX

This pair of 18th century Italian lions have incredible detail's and likeness to their subject.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Statues

Materials

Limestone

Huge 18th Century Heraldic Armorial Plaster Gesso Gilt Lion

$5,027Sale Price|25% Off

H 34.26 in W 51.19 in D 11.03 in

Huge 18th Century Heraldic Armorial Plaster Gesso Gilt Lion

Located in Lowestoft, GB

No doubt this would off been part of a very large interior armorial in a well to do building. European in origin, 18th century in age. The piece will sit on a surface of its o...

Category

Antique 18th Century European Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Plaster

Dutch Colonial Period Ceylonese Guardian Lion Sculpture – 18th Century

$1,915

H 5.52 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in

Dutch Colonial Period Ceylonese Guardian Lion Sculpture – 18th Century

Located in Bilzen, BE

18th-Century Dutch Ceylonese Guardian Lion Sculpture with Inlaid Eyes Sri Lanka (Dutch Ceylon), circa 1700–1790 Hand-carved Nadun wood (Pericopsis mooniana), inlaid eyes Dimensions: ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

18th Century Austrian-Hungarian Pewter Tankard Hinged Lion Lid

$590

H 13.5 in W 7 in D 6.5 in

18th Century Austrian-Hungarian Pewter Tankard Hinged Lion Lid

Located in Vero Beach, FL

18th century Austrian-Hungarian pewter tankard hinged lion lid.

Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Baroque Barware

Materials

Pewter

Pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples

$7,500 / set

H 33 in W 13 in D 22 in

Pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A striking pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples, retaining their original polychrome.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century Hand-Carved Stone Lion Garden Statue from Europe

$3,920

H 25 in W 20 in D 11 in

18th Century Hand-Carved Stone Lion Garden Statue from Europe

Located in Atlanta, GA

A European carved stone lion garden statue from the 18th century. This antique sculpture from Europe has been hand-carved in the image of a male lion, with long, wavy mane and restin...

Category

Antique 18th Century European Statues

Materials

Stone

Pietro CampanaHercules and Lion - Etching by Pietro Campana - 18th Century, Late 18th Century

$587

H 14.38 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in

Hercules and Lion - Etching by Pietro Campana - 18th Century

By Pietro Campana

Located in Roma, IT

Hercules and Lion from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Pietro Campana in the 18th Century.

Category

Late 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

A Superb Terracotta Lion, French 18th century

$11,500

H 27.56 in W 14.97 in D 32.29 in

A Superb Terracotta Lion, French 18th century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A superb terracotta lion, French 18th century Height: 70 cm Width: 38 cm Depth: 82 cm.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Console table with lion heads. Possibly Italian school, 18th century.

$21,157

H 33.08 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in

Console table with lion heads. Possibly Italian school, 18th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Console table with lion heads. Carved and gilded wood, marble top. Possibly Italian school, 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century European Rococo Console Tables

Materials

Stone, Other

Pair 18th Century Reclining Iron Lion Andirons on a Brass Base

$2,800 / set

H 9.5 in W 9 in D 19 in

Pair 18th Century Reclining Iron Lion Andirons on a Brass Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A spectacular pair of reclining wrought iron lions atop a square brass base with wrought Iron billets. The pair are rare, as we have not seen lions reclining. The look is very tradit...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of 18th Century Armorial Stone Lion Statues

$18,195

H 25.6 in W 11.024 in D 11.81 in

Pair of 18th Century Armorial Stone Lion Statues

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of 18th century antique stone lions reclaimed from a house in South London.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Statues

Materials

Limestone, Stone

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

$17,600Sale Price / set|54% Off

H 29 in W 25 in D 12 in

Japan Important Large Pair Early Shinto Temple Lions Hand-Carved, 18th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

Just discovered and coming from a Shinto Shrine deaccession Call or message us for details or to reserve. Japan an early and superb pair (2) of mythical Shi Shi Temple Foo Dogs als...

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian/ French Renaissance Revival Lion & Inlay Strongbox Chest

$4,950

H 27.5 in W 34.5 in D 22.5 in

18th Century Italian/ French Renaissance Revival Lion & Inlay Strongbox Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th Century Italian or French Renaissance Revival Strongbox Chest with Inlay and Lion Masks A richly detailed 18th-century Italian or French Renaissance Revival strongbox or coffer...

Category

Antique 18th Century European Renaissance Revival Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Italian 18th Century Console Table with Carved Lion Heads and Papyrus Capitals

$13,800

H 41 in W 55.25 in D 26 in

Italian 18th Century Console Table with Carved Lion Heads and Papyrus Capitals

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian Neoclassical console table from the 18th century, with carved animals, fluted legs and distressed patina.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Patinated Bronze Buddhistic Lion Censer 17th/18th Century

$3,500

H 7 in W 8.5 in D 5.5 in

Antique Japanese Patinated Bronze Buddhistic Lion Censer 17th/18th Century

Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, retaining the original r...

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Ralph Wood Type Pearlware Lion and Lioness Figures

$5,000

H 5.38 in W 5.75 in D 2 in

18th Century Ralph Wood Type Pearlware Lion and Lioness Figures

By Ralph Wood Pottery

Located in Downingtown, PA

Regal Guardians: A True Pair of Ralph Wood Type Pearlware Lions 1780-1800 This magnificent true pair of pearlware pottery figures—a majestic lion and its powerful lioness—exemplifie...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Pearlware, Pottery

Late 17th to Early 18th Century Carved Seated Lions

$12,750 / set

H 11.5 in W 19 in D 6.25 in

Late 17th to Early 18th Century Carved Seated Lions

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare, carved Limewood Mythological Reclining Lions, probably Italian. Mounted on base.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Unknown Animal Sculptures

18th Talavera Polychrome Pottery Lion Figure

$5,289

H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 3.15 in

18th Talavera Polychrome Pottery Lion Figure

Located in Marbella, ES

These animal figures were common in Hispanic ceramic production of the 18th and 19th centuries, intended for domestic decoration or as symbolic figures in gardens and doorways, often...

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Baroque sandstone Lion , Denmark 18th Ctr.

$16,044

H 41.34 in W 19.69 in D 37.01 in

Baroque sandstone Lion , Denmark 18th Ctr.

Located in Kastrup, DK

French carved seated lion with a ring in his mouth. Holding a crest. Carved in French limestone, c 1700's. Provenance: The Danish author Karen Branson 1875-1936, One of two carved ...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Baroque Statues

Materials

Limestone

18th Century English George III Ralph Wood Creamware Lions - A Pair

$18,500 / set

H 8 in W 11.25 in D 4.5 in

18th Century English George III Ralph Wood Creamware Lions - A Pair

Located in Litchfield, CT

Pair antique 18th century English George III Ralph Wood creamware lions.

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Animal Sculptures

Materials

Creamware

18th-19thC Chinese Solid Cast Scroll Weight Of An Animated Lion

$750

H 2.5 in W 3 in D 2.25 in

18th-19thC Chinese Solid Cast Scroll Weight Of An Animated Lion

Located in Ukiah, CA

I picked this up originally because the lion made me laugh a little. It’s an old Chinese scroll weight, probably 18th or 19th century, solid cast and only about 3 inches long, but f...

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Early 18th Century English Giltwood Lions

$3,200 / set

H 12 in W 10 in D 4 in

Pair of Early 18th Century English Giltwood Lions

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A magnificent pair of giltwood lions. The two animals call to mind England's Coronation chair, commissioned by King Edward I to contain the Stone of Scone brought to Westminster Abbe...

Category

Antique 1710s English George I Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak, Giltwood

Pair of 18th Century style Weathered Limestone Lion Statues

$7,436

H 16.93 in W 20.08 in D 9.45 in

Pair of 18th Century style Weathered Limestone Lion Statues

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A beautifully weathered pair of antique limestone lion statues, crafted in circa 1900 but made in an earlier 18th century style.

Category

Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Small 17th-18th Century French Carved Oak Lion Fragment

$558

H 4.34 in W 2.37 in D 2.17 in

Small 17th-18th Century French Carved Oak Lion Fragment

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful and unique small hand carved oak lion fragment. Beautiful weathered. France circa 1650-1750 Weathered. measurements include the wooden pedestal. H:11cm W:6cm D:5,5cm

Category

Antique 17th Century French Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Indian 18th Century Teak Guardian Lion Carving with Traces of Original Paint

$2,650

H 16 in W 7.5 in D 18.5 in

Indian 18th Century Teak Guardian Lion Carving with Traces of Original Paint

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indian carved teak wood guardian lion sculpture from the mid-18th century, with traces of original paint.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Pair 18th Century Italian Chestnut Hall Chairs Carved With Lion Crests

$2,250

H 39 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Pair 18th Century Italian Chestnut Hall Chairs Carved With Lion Crests

Located in Stamford, CT

Handsome pair of 18th century Italian Baroque chestnut side or hall chairs with circular open work backs holding a shield with beautifully carved lions in the centers.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Side Chairs

Materials

Chestnut

China, Kangxi Blanc De Chine Porcelain Incense Holder, Topped With A Lion, 18th

$646

H 4.34 in W 1.74 in D 2.17 in

China, Kangxi Blanc De Chine Porcelain Incense Holder, Topped With A Lion, 18th

Located in Bilzen, BE

China – Blanc de Chine porcelain incense holder, surmounted by a Chinese lion, Qing dynasty, 18th century (Kangxi period) White porcelain statuette known as “blanc de Chine”, represe...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

18th C. Italian Renaissance Lion Carved Walnut Sgabello Hall Chairs - a Pair

$3,950 / set

H 51 in W 18 in D 17 in

18th C. Italian Renaissance Lion Carved Walnut Sgabello Hall Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of 18th Century Italian Renaissance Lion Carved Walnut Sgabello Hall Chairs.

Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Renaissance Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

A Large 18th Century Shield Bearing 3-Pc Terracotta Lion Statue from England

$7,300

H 35 in W 29.5 in D 18 in

A Large 18th Century Shield Bearing 3-Pc Terracotta Lion Statue from England

Located in Dallas, TX

An imposing piece of English art dating to the 1700s, this lion statue consists of three pieces of terra cotta with an ochre finish. A “shield bearer”, the sejant (seated) lion has i...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century Swedish Black Painted Oak Armoire with Carved Putti and Lion Heads

$8,600

H 78.5 in W 51 in D 21 in

18th Century Swedish Black Painted Oak Armoire with Carved Putti and Lion Heads

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 18th century Swedish two-door armoire crafted in oak.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wrought Iron

Two Terracotta Lions with Shields, French, Mid-18th Century

$8,000 / set

H 11 in W 10 in D 6 in

Two Terracotta Lions with Shields, French, Mid-18th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

Possibly designs for Chenets.

Category

Antique 1750s French Rococo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

$1,800 / set

H 2.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.8 in

pair of Chinese porcelain foo dogs/lions, 18th c.

Located in New York, NY

one dog/lion is clutching onto a ball-like object, and the other dog/lion is clutching onto her cub; wooden base is included with this lot; 1.8in(D) x 3.75in(W) x 2.25in(H) are the a...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Unique 18th Century Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Three-Legged Chair with Lion

$2,585

H 37 in W 17.5 in D 21.75 in

Unique 18th Century Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Three-Legged Chair with Lion

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning handcrafted chair, dated 1770 with a lion head sculpture. This rare Renaissance Revival chair is as stabile as the day it was made and the woodwork is in very good to exce...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Renaissance Revival Chairs

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18th Century Handcarved Wooden Pedestal with a Lion, Rockwork and Fruits as Deco

$4,231

H 36.62 in W 16.54 in D 11.03 in

18th Century Handcarved Wooden Pedestal with a Lion, Rockwork and Fruits as Deco

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century handcarved wooden pedestal with a lion, rockwork and fruits as Deco

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Italian Renaissance Lion Carved Walnut Sgabello Hall Chairs

$2,900 / item

H 50.39 in W 16.53 in D 18.11 in

Pair of 18th Century Italian Renaissance Lion Carved Walnut Sgabello Hall Chairs

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of 18th century Italian Renaissance lion carved walnut Sgabello hall chairs.

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

18th Century, Carved & Gilt Wall Sconces Lion Paw, Human Fist Ship Flag Mount

$3,389 / set

H 5.91 in W 4.73 in D 15.75 in

18th Century, Carved & Gilt Wall Sconces Lion Paw, Human Fist Ship Flag Mount

Located in Lowestoft, GB

An early pair of oversized converted wall sconces on the form of a lions paw and a males fist, late 18th century in age We believe these hard wood carvings would off been an elab...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Hardwood, Giltwood

18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog

$7,640

W 26.38 in L 26.38 in

18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog

Located in Milan, IT

A very rare Imperial Ningxia throne cover from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, distinguished by an exquisitely drawn lion dog, which is an auspicious symbol of protection an...

Category

Antique 1750s Chinese Qing Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Pair 18th C. Hand Carved Marble Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues

$47,000

H 44.5 in W 16 in D 20 in

Pair 18th C. Hand Carved Marble Figures Lions Sculptures Garden Statues

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rare large Pair of early 18th century carved marble terracotta Figures of regal lions, holding an impalement escutcheon A heraldic marshaling denoting a union Continental or Florence.

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Statues

Materials

Stone, Marble

Neoclassical Venetian White Porcelain Lions

$8,000 / set

H 4.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in

Neoclassical Venetian White Porcelain Lions

Located in New York, NY

Italy, late 18th century. Dimensions: 4-1/2” tall x 3 1/4” wide x 5 1/2” long

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

An Italian Brass Hanukkah Lamp, 18th Century

$4,400

H 5.52 in W 1.97 in D 6.42 in

An Italian Brass Hanukkah Lamp, 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

An Italian Brass cast bench Hanukkah lamp made in the Renaissance era of the 18th century. A pair of rampant lions leaning on a goblet-shaped burning incense alter is reminiscent of...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Renaissance Candle Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Baroque Sandstone Lions

$5,597 / set

H 19.69 in W 11.03 in D 19.69 in

Pair of Baroque Sandstone Lions

Located in Kastrup, DK

Pair of baroque sandstone lions from a Swedish Manor House 17'th -18'th ctr. Original untouched condition with age-related wear. Measures on each : H: 50 / 45 W: 28 / 29 D: 50 / ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Garden Ornaments

Materials

Sandstone

IMPORTANT 18TH CENTURY CiRCA 1720 OAK CARVED SURMOUNT OF REGAL LIONS & A PUTTI

$9,440

H 10.63 in W 25.99 in D 1.58 in

IMPORTANT 18TH CENTURY CiRCA 1720 OAK CARVED SURMOUNT OF REGAL LIONS & A PUTTI

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely hand carved 18th century wall Surmount Circa 1700-1720 depicting Recumbent Regal Lions with a large w...

Category

Antique 1720s English George II Architectural Elements

Materials

Oak

18th Century Style Lion Head Wall Lamp with 3 Lights in 18K gold

$15,733 / set

H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 10.63 in

18th Century Style Lion Head Wall Lamp with 3 Lights in 18K gold

By OMBRES ET FACETTES

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF

Like many animal motifs, the lion was highly prized by eighteenth-century ornamentalists. It can be found in a light arm by Pierre Thomire dating from 1788 and preserved in the Metro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Gold

Sterling Silver Lions' Head Salt

$750

H 2 in Dm 3 in

Sterling Silver Lions' Head Salt

Located in New York, NY

Engraved "DS" to side of bowl. Italy, late 18th century. Dimensions: 3” diameter x 2” height; 3” width paw to paw.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver shell ring with lion appliqué

$375Sale Price|65% Off

H 4.93 in W 4.93 in D 3.15 in

Silver shell ring with lion appliqué

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver shell ring with lion and shell appliqué on the head with three raised feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 121.17 grams. Dimen...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

$4,800

H 19.5 in W 10.5 in D 19 in

Chinese Carved Stone Garden Guardian Lion

Located in Sheffield, MA

The features of this stone Foo lion has been softened by being exposed to the elements for many centuries. Still a very handsome sculptural specimen made from carved stone, it is kno...

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Archaistic Statues

Materials

Stone

George StubbsThe Lions Den

$3,500Sale Price|59% Off

H 17 in W 21 in

The Lions Den

By George Stubbs

Located in Stoke, Hampshire

Circle of George Stubbs The Lions Den Oil on canvas Canvas Size 11 x 14 1/2 in Framed Size 17 x 21 in George Stubbs, one of the most celebrated animal painters of the 18th century, ...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair Of Italian School Lions and Leopards Paintings

$3,400 / set

H 13.75 in W 17.75 in D 1 in

Pair Of Italian School Lions and Leopards Paintings

Located in Bradenton, FL

Pair of stunning 17th / 18th Century Italian School oil on canvas mounted on board paintings of Lions and Leopards.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Wood

Hand Colored Engraving of a Lion and Lion Cubs

$263Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.64 in W 9.53 in D 0.02 in

Hand Colored Engraving of a Lion and Lion Cubs

Located in Langweer, NL

Original antique print of a lion and lion cubs. Source unknown, to be determined. Most likely published by or after Bertuch, circa 1795.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Fireback / Backsplash, Coat of Arms Lions

$2,200

H 19.69 in W 19.3 in D 0.79 in

Antique Fireback / Backsplash, Coat of Arms Lions

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Antique fireback / backsplash, coat of arms lions. Nice square cast iron antique fireback displaying a the coat of arms with two lions. Great condition, can be used in a real gas...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

18th C. Pair Hand Carved Wood Statues Wall mount Sculpture Regal Big Cats Lions

$43,000 / set

H 30 in W 39 in D 7 in

18th C. Pair Hand Carved Wood Statues Wall mount Sculpture Regal Big Cats Lions

Located in West Hollywood, CA

18th C. Pair Hand Carved Wood Statues Wall mount Sculpture Regal Big Cats Lions .Exceptionally detailed high quality Large pair of Wall Art lions , outstanding workmanship with fine ...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Lion Head Sculpture, Italian Renaissance

$5,750

H 23.5 in W 8 in D 6 in

Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Lion Head Sculpture, Italian Renaissance

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An architectural lion head hand-carved from Carrara marble, displaying finely modeled features and strong classical expression. Originally created as an ornamental element for a Rena...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

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Mythological Lions from the 18th Century

Unavailable

H 26 in W 23.5 in D 13.5 in

Mythological Lions from the 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

Pair of hand carved Northern European mythological 18th Century stone lions.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Statues

Lion, Sculpture 17th-18th Century

Unavailable

H 11.82 in W 20.08 in D 8.27 in

Lion, Sculpture 17th-18th Century

Located in Gonten, CH

As you can see on the pictures, this is a shy looking lion. He is made by sandstone. On the surface from this Special lion you can see the age and the weather condition. Imagine this...

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Antique 17th Century French Gothic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sandstone

Exceptional Pair of 18th Century Faience Ceramic Lions

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H 27 in W 11.5 in D 22.5 in

Exceptional Pair of 18th Century Faience Ceramic Lions

Located in San Francisco, CA

An exceptional pair of 18th century Faience Ceramic Lions, each with a fleur-de-lys pattern that suggests they were commissioned for the Royal hunting lodge in Rouen, and perched wit...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Faience

18th century Antique Carved Wood Lion

Unavailable

H 62 in W 85 in D 23 in

18th century Antique Carved Wood Lion

Located in London, GB

18th century Italian lion hand carved in wood of good size and proportions.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Animal Sculptures

Rare Antique 18th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Lion's Head

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H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in

Rare Antique 18th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Lion's Head

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

This wonderful cast iron fire-back demonstrates the skilled craftsmanship of the former master craftsman that melted it back in the 18th century: well-proportioned, it depicts a beau...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer

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H 6.7 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

18th Century Bronze Lion Dog Censer

Located in Berwickshire, GB

A very rare 18th century Chinese patinated bronze censer formed as a foo dog, or lion dog, the hinged neck opening up access to the body of the censer.

Category

Antique 1750s Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

18th–19th Century Spanish Carved Stone Lion’s Head Wall Element

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H 15 in W 9.69 in D 6.25 in

18th–19th Century Spanish Carved Stone Lion’s Head Wall Element

Located in Bonita Springs, FL

18th–19th Century Spanish Carved Stone Lion’s Head Wall Element A powerful and expressive sculptural fragment depicting a lion’s head, originally part of a grand architectural ensemb...

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Antique 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Metal

Pair of Late 18th-Early 19th Century Luneville Lions

Unavailable

H 14 in W 18 in D 8.5 in

Pair of Late 18th-Early 19th Century Luneville Lions

Located in Natchez, MS

Pair of late 18th-early 19th century recumbent lions by Luneville pottery.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Pottery

CoadeSeated Frankfurt Lion in 18th century Classical Style

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H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 16.54 in

Seated Frankfurt Lion in 18th century Classical Style

By Coade

Located in Salisbury, GB

One of a selection of lions we make at Coade Studio. This Coade Stone lion sejant, is one of a handed pair commissioned by an investment bank in Frankfurt, Germany to replace a miss...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

18th-19th Century Lion Screw Nutcracker for Hazelnuts

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H 6.3 in W 2.37 in D 1.97 in

18th-19th Century Lion Screw Nutcracker for Hazelnuts

Located in Paris, FR

The French art of handicrafts presented us, until approximately 1850, with many admirable, valuable and singular nutcrackers made of wood or iron. The abundance of nuts in this count...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Italian Carved Wood Lions Paw Fragment Table Lamp

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H 30.71 in W 4.53 in D 10.24 in

Early 18th Century Italian Carved Wood Lions Paw Fragment Table Lamp

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ornate Italian carved wood building fragment that has been mounted on a stand and made into an impressive table lamp. Early 18th century, (circa 1710) the carving has a warm patina a...

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Antique 18th Century Italian Table Lamps

A pair of 18h century French terracotta lions

Unavailable

H 34 in

A pair of 18h century French terracotta lions

Located in Florida, FL

1081 A pair of late 17th, early 18th century French, terra-cotta lions A extremly rare pair of French Baroque style, late 17th, early 18th century terra-cotta figures of lions hav...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century Swedish Secretaire

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H 83.47 in W 44.49 in D 23.63 in

18th Century Swedish Secretaire

Located in London, GB

A rare 18th Century Secretaire with brass lion head handles.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Vitrines

Materials

Brass

CoadePair of Seated Frankfurt Lion in 18th century Classical Style

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H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Seated Frankfurt Lion in 18th century Classical Style

By Coade

Located in Salisbury, GB

One of a selection of lions we make at Coade Studio. This Coade Stone lion sejant, is one of a handed pair commissioned by an investment bank in Frankfurt, Germany to replace a miss...

Category

2010s Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Early 18th Century Dutch Wood Carving of Pair of Lions with Coat of Arms

Unavailable

H 26 in W 48 in D 4 in

Early 18th Century Dutch Wood Carving of Pair of Lions with Coat of Arms

Located in Nashville, TN

Early 18th century beautifully wood carved Dutch carving of pair of lions and coat of arms in a grey washed patina with a faint red and gold painted coat of arms.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Lions heads plaques

Unavailable

H 9 in W 9.512 in

Lions heads plaques

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of glazed Terra cotta lions head plaques attached to the original 18th C architectural beams

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Architectural Elements

2 lions in stone 17th century

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H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 15.75 in

2 lions in stone 17th century

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence

A pair of lions in its juice. Really beautiful

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

16th century Spanish Stone Heraldic Lion

Unavailable

H 23 in

16th century Spanish Stone Heraldic Lion

Located in Los Angeles, CA

16th century stone heraldic lion, Spain

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Sculptures

Materials

Stone

17th-18th Century Chinese Sancai-Glazed Buddhist Lion-Shaped Incense Holder

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H 6.11 in W 3.75 in D 4.53 in

17th-18th Century Chinese Sancai-Glazed Buddhist Lion-Shaped Incense Holder

Located in Paris, FR

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

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

Minton Lion Head

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H 86 in W 56 in D 38 in

Minton Lion Head

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Plaster cast after the Majolica original fountain modelled by Thomas (Minton & Co) from the nave of the International Exhibition of 1862, London. Available in original white plast...

Category

Antique 18th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Pair of 17th Century Terra-cotta Lions

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H 29 in W 30 in D 20 in

Pair of 17th Century Terra-cotta Lions

Located in New Orleans, LA

A rare pair of French terra-cotta lion statues with high relief details. Both are lion rampant. Stately in appearance, these lions once protected the gendarmarie on the resort island...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Statues

Vintage French Stone Lions

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H 20 in W 6 in D 7 in

Vintage French Stone Lions

Located in New Orleans, LA

A pair of vintage stone lion statuary from the south of France.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Statues

Materials

Stone

Lion

Unavailable

H 58 in W 160 in D 35 in

Lion

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Provence

lion in wood venitien from the 17 century

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Winged Lion Reticulated Cloisonné Qing Dynasty Incense Burner 18th Cen

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H 10 in W 10 in D 9 in

Chinese Winged Lion Reticulated Cloisonné Qing Dynasty Incense Burner 18th Cen

Located in London, GB

An important Chinese square shaped Cloisonné Qing Dynasty incense burner, depicated with lion handles and gold gilt lion as on the lid. Reticulated gilt border scroll work with heavy...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

UNUSUAL PAIR OF FRENCH FAIENCE LIONS

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H 14 in W 18 in D 8.5 in

UNUSUAL PAIR OF FRENCH FAIENCE LIONS

Located in San Francisco, CA

Each of recumbent form and with amusing primitive faces and yellow manes; resting on green speckled plinths. (Luneville)

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Delft and Faience

Materials

Faience

SET OF FOUR CHINESE GLAZED FU LIONS

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H 8 in

SET OF FOUR CHINESE GLAZED FU LIONS

Located in San Francisco, CA

each fantastic figure with mottled green, ocher, and brown glaze; the well defined lions with torches; each seated on a draped stool.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Figurative Sculptures

Pair of Sicilian Glazed Terra Cotta Lions

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H 30 in W 20 in D 14 in

Pair of Sicilian Glazed Terra Cotta Lions

Located in Newport Beach, CA

A large and very rare pair of Sicilian (probably Caltagirone Region)fired and glazed terra cotta lions with a wonderful naive quality. The bases with a faux mabre finish and the bod...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Continental carved lion sculpture

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H 19 in W 24 in D 9 in

Rare Continental carved lion sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Probably Flemish. The lion with traces of original paint raised on a stepped plinth with molded edges.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Sculptures

Pair of Italian giltwood lions

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H 9 in W 15 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Italian giltwood lions

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian giltwood lions, late 18th/early 19th century. Each reclining lion formerly an architectural element carved in the Renaissance taste; retaining original gilding.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

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H 20.5 in W 16 in D 10 in

Pair of Japanese Carved Wood Lion Dogs

Located in Seattle, WA

A pair of Japanese carved wood koma inu protective lion dogs, literally "Korean Dogs" which would have been guardians of a shrine and messenger to the gods. Each of the leonine guard...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures

Mother Goddess with a Lion

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H 8.25 in W 6.5 in D 1.75 in

Mother Goddess with a Lion

Located in New York, NY

Nepalese gilt copper repousse of a mother goddess deity with five arms, an elaborate crown, earrings, scarf, a garland of skulls, and one foot placed upon a lion's back. Each of her ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Nepalese Sculptures

Pair of Lions. Bow Porcelain C1750

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H 3 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Lions. Bow Porcelain C1750

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

An attractive pair of lions, in the white; possibly based on a Chinese original.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Scottish Salt Glazed Lions

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H 17 in W 9.75 in D 26 in

Pair of Scottish Salt Glazed Lions

Located in Kirkland, WA

Pair of Scottish Terra Cotta Lions with Salt Glazed Finish. These are a true pair of lions - one lion is clutching the ball in the right paw and the other with the left paw. Th...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Statues

Materials

Terracotta

Louis XVI Style Lion Mask Wall Clock

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H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 5.91 in

Louis XVI Style Lion Mask Wall Clock

Located in Warsaw, PL

“A Louis XVI style lion mask wall clock” This fire gilt bronze Louis XVI style lion mask wall clock was one of the most outstanding masterpieces, which was originally made by Edme-J...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Rare pair of carved Italian Lions, 17th c.

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H 17 in W 45 in D 16 in

Rare pair of carved Italian Lions, 17th c.

Located in Queenstown, MD

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

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Statues

Materials

Stone

A Lion, passant gardant, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750

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H 3.94 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in

A Lion, passant gardant, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1750

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

A lion, seated on its haunches, one paw up. Perhaps a heraldic reference; although the stump does not appear in heraldry, it is required in order to keep the paw in position during f...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Johann Elias RidingerJunger brullender Lowe - Depiction of a young lion, roaring., 1728

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H 9.14 in W 7.17 in

Junger brullender Lowe - Depiction of a young lion, roaring.

By Johann Elias Ridinger

Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant

Etching on laid paper. No. 1 from a set of 108 depictions of animals titled: 'Neues Thier Reis-Buchl, Erster Theil, allerley Art Hunde […]', published in 1728. Reference: Thieneman...

Category

18th Century Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Lion and Leopard Hunt by Angelo Caroselli, (Rome, 1585-1652)

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H 13.75 in W 17.75 in

Lion and Leopard Hunt by Angelo Caroselli, (Rome, 1585-1652)

By Angelo Caroselli

Located in New York, NY

The self-taught Italian painter Angelo Caroselli was born in Rome, February 10, 1585 to a second hand dealer. According to Baldinucci, he knew Caravaggio, who inspired much of his ea...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Pair of Bronze Khmer Sculptures Modelled as Temple Lions

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H 23.63 in Dm 11.82 in

Large Pair of Bronze Khmer Sculptures Modelled as Temple Lions

Located in London, GB

A large pair of bronze khmer sculptures modelled as temple lions. These Lion sculptures represent images of royalty and imposing presences giving impressions of figures at the cou...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Cambodian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Seal in the Form of a Lion, Chelsea, circa 1755

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H 0.88 in Dm 0.63 in

Seal in the Form of a Lion, Chelsea, circa 1755

By Chelsea Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

A porcelain seal in for the form of a seated lion. With original gold mount, loop, and semi-precious stone: which has not been engraved.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Lions in Faience of Rouen 'France', circa 1760

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H 8.67 in W 7.88 in D 3.35 in

Pair of Lions in Faience of Rouen 'France', circa 1760

Located in Paris, FR

A pair of lions in faience of Rouen (France), seated on rectangular base decorated with naturalistically colors, circa 1760, 18th century.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Animal Sculptures

Materials

Faience

Louis XV Lion Mantel Clock Gilded Bronze, circa 1770

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H 13.39 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in

Louis XV Lion Mantel Clock Gilded Bronze, circa 1770

Located in 10629, DE

Eye-catching gilded bronze lion mantel clock, Louis XV, circa 1770. 3.5 inch enamel dial; bell striking movement with flat-bottomed plates and outside countwheel. The drum case sur...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European Baroque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

Studies Of A Lion, Boar, Dog And Eagles, Stefano Della Bella

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H 8.625 in W 12 in

Studies Of A Lion, Boar, Dog And Eagles, Stefano Della Bella

By Stefano Della Bella

Located in New York, NY

Inscribed in black ink on lower center of verso: lely

Studies of a Lion, Boar, Dog and Eagles, on recto
Studies of a Horse, Hound and Deer, on verso

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Drawings

Materials

Pen

Fine Pair of Gilt Bronze Lion and Lioness on Marble Bases, Italy

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H 4.25 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Fine Pair of Gilt Bronze Lion and Lioness on Marble Bases, Italy

Located in Hollywood, FL

Fine pair of gilt bronze lion and lioness on marble bases, Italy. (Measurements inclusive of marble bases).

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Nice French Louis XVI Small Wooden Lion Pendule, circa 1770

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H 14.18 in W 8.67 in D 3.94 in

Nice French Louis XVI Small Wooden Lion Pendule, circa 1770

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A nice French Louis XVI small wooden lion Pendule, circa 1770. Above the movement some goats of arms lovely enamel dial with Arabic numbers and nice pierced gilded hands.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Wood

Mid Georgian Irish Silver Table with Lions Masque, circa 1750

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H 27.96 in W 34.26 in D 22.45 in

Mid Georgian Irish Silver Table with Lions Masque, circa 1750

Located in Dromod, Co. Leitrim

A fine mahogany silver table with dished top, centred lions masque, terminating in trefid feet, circa 1750.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Irish George II Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Sleeping Lion Sculptures by Canova, Faux Marble Lacquered Wood from 1790

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H 27.56 in W 20.48 in D 49.22 in

Pair of Sleeping Lion Sculptures by Canova, Faux Marble Lacquered Wood from 1790

By Antonio Canova

Located in Milano, IT

Venice / Veneto area around the middle of the 18th century (1790).

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Polychromatic Snuff Box Lion, 18th Century

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H 2.37 in W 4.14 in D 1.58 in

Polychromatic Snuff Box Lion, 18th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Erotic boxwood snuff box With mercurysed eyes in shape of lion, France.

Category

Antique 18th Century European Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

18th Century Lions Fireback

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H 22.05 in W 30.52 in D 0.6 in

18th Century Lions Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Beautiful, one-of-a-kind fireback with pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since antiquity the ‘Pillars of Hercu...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair of Small English 18th Century Lion Fragments

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H 9.06 in W 5.52 in D 2.37 in

Pair of Small English 18th Century Lion Fragments

Located in Buisson, FR

Very nice ornaments made out of oak. England circa 1750 Weathered, small losses and old repairs. Measurement here below includes the wooden base.

Category

Antique 18th Century English Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Spectacular Pair of Continental 18th Century Lions Rampant Pedestals

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W 68.5 in

Spectacular Pair of Continental 18th Century Lions Rampant Pedestals

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of large hardwood pedestals carved in the form of lions rampant crowned with ionic capitals resting upon cartouche-framed coats of arms.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Baroque Pedestals and Columns

18th Century Italian Lion Head

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H 28.75 in W 24 in D 6.5 in

18th Century Italian Lion Head

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding 18th century lion head Blason, crest expertly crafted from wood and Papier Mache.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Paper

18th Century Neoclassical Italian Sterling Silver Lion's Jug

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H 10 in Dm 8.5 in

18th Century Neoclassical Italian Sterling Silver Lion's Jug

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Neoclassical Italianate 18th Century Lion Head Jug Sourced from Italy by Martyn Lawrence Bullard Fitted with Lions Head, and Lions Mane handle with scalloped glass detailing.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

French Limestone Lion Downspouts

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H 12 in W 13 in D 40 in

French Limestone Lion Downspouts

Located in Dallas, TX

These unique 18th century Lion Carved Downspout Water Exits from France are a stunning addition to any outdoor space.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Limestone

Early 18th-Century Terracotta Lion Statue, 18th Century

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H 11 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

Early 18th-Century Terracotta Lion Statue

Located in New Orleans, LA

Terracotta Lion Early 18th-century A captivating blend of power and warmth, this majestic lion sits proudly upon its base, a noble guardian of the grand estate for which it was comm...

Category

Early 18th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century Book Plate of a Lion

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H 12.6 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

18th Century Book Plate of a Lion

Located in Malton, GB

We have managed to get 4 late 18th early 19th century book plates and this one is of a Lion.

Category

Antique 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

18th Century Sicilian Rococo Lion's Head Sculpture

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H 4 in W 7 in D 9 in

18th Century Sicilian Rococo Lion's Head Sculpture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Sicilian Rococo 18th Century Hand-Carved Lions Head Original wall bracket and finishing included

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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$198,318

H 47.75 in W 66.5 in

Grand 19th Century English Marine Painting in Stunning Light

By John Wilson Ewbank

Located in London, GB

John Wilson Ewbank (1799 - 1847) Shipping in the Harbour, South Shields Oil on canvas 39.5 x 58 inches unframed 47.75 x 66.5 inches framed Provenance: Christie's October 2002; L...

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19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Exceptional Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Grandfather Clock

$188,048

H 98.43 in W 21.26 in D 13 in

Exceptional Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Grandfather Clock

Located in London, GB

Exceptional Louis XVI style gilt bronze and malachite grandfather clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 250cm, width 54cm, depth 33cm This superb longcase clock is a ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Malachite, Ormolu

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

$115,459

H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in

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Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of English 1920s Cast Stone Reclining Lion Sculptures on Conforming Bases

$5,500 / set

H 14 in W 31 in D 12 in

Pair of English 1920s Cast Stone Reclining Lion Sculptures on Conforming Bases

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of English cast stone reclining lions statues from the early 20th century, on rectangular bases. Created in England during the first quarter of the 20th century, each of this ...

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Early 20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone

Rare Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim & Pauly Cie Et Venice Antique Carved Armoire

$339,585

H 100.6 in W 66.93 in D 24.81 in

Rare Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim & Pauly Cie Et Venice Antique Carved Armoire

By Guggenheim Museum, Pauly et Cie

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare one of a kind Pauly CIE Et stamped hand carved walnut armoire made by the genius that was Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim 1837-1910 W...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Jacques-Francois Delyen A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day", 1752

$260,400Sale Price|25% Off

H 68 in W 55 in

A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day"

Located in Queens, NY

Jacques-Francois Delyen (1684-1761), Court Painter of King Louis XV. A Magnificent Pair of Palatial "French Royal" Allegorical Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day" A truly ...

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18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Important Five Pieces Marble and Gilded Bronze Clock Set, France, Circa 1860

$564,189 / set

H 38.59 in W 27.56 in D 9.85 in

Important Five Pieces Marble and Gilded Bronze Clock Set, France, Circa 1860

By Henri Picard

Located in PARIS, FR

Marked on the dial Furet & Bon, Hrs du Roy, à Paris Measures: Clock – Height 98 cm (38 1/2 in.), width 70 cm (27 1/2 in.), depth 25 cm (9 3/4 in.) Candelabra – Height 116 cm ...

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Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mid-19th Century White Marble Statue "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne" from France

$390,000

H 85 in W 77 in D 25 in

Mid-19th Century White Marble Statue "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne" from France

Located in Dallas, TX

Neoclassical carved white marble sculpture, "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne," signed J.B. Clesinger, Rome (Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger, French, 1814-1883), dated 1866, showing Ariadne sea...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Statues

Materials

Marble

Monumental Carrara Marble Wall Mascaron of Poseidon

$88,258

H 35.83 in W 32.68 in D 5.12 in

Monumental Carrara Marble Wall Mascaron of Poseidon

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large and monumental Italian carved Carrara marble mascaron of Poseidon or Neptune after the late 16th century ‘Fontana del Mascherone’ by Bartolomeo Bassi. At more than 90cm tall ...

Category

20th Century Italian Grand Tour Fountains

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Set of Nine, Large Early 18th Century Oil on Canvas Paintings of Various Sibyls

$203,751 / set

H 71.93 in W 43.71 in D 3.94 in

Set of Nine, Large Early 18th Century Oil on Canvas Paintings of Various Sibyls

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A wonderful and rare collection of nine, oil on canvas paintings of the Sibyls, early 18th century, French school, Libyan, Cumean, Lampusian, Hellespontine, Erythraean, Delphic, Pers...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Classical Greek Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Art Laurel Antique Crome Stove Wood Burner

$11,695

H 74.81 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in

Art Laurel Antique Crome Stove Wood Burner

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Presenting an exquisitely crafted Art Laurel wood stove, resplendent in its pristine condition. This extraordinary piece captivates the observer with its aesthetic brilliance. The in...

Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th Century English Carved Stone Griffin

$5,154

H 32.29 in W 9.06 in D 14.97 in

17th Century English Carved Stone Griffin

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

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...

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century English Statues

Materials

Limestone

Antique 18th Century Carved Beechwood Wall Panel

$2,139

H 18.51 in W 12.21 in D 1.19 in

Antique 18th Century Carved Beechwood Wall Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique 18th century carved beechwood wall panel. This striking piece would make a charming wall decoration on the main wall of a period property. Dating to 1780, this handcarve...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Beech

Huge Carved Stone Garden Statue Sculpture of Regal Big Cat Lion Center Piece

$50,000

H 41 in W 57 in D 27 in

Huge Carved Stone Garden Statue Sculpture of Regal Big Cat Lion Center Piece

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Huge Carved Stone Garden Statue Sculpture of Regal Big Cat Lion Center Piece . Exquisite monumental Hand carved Stone Figure of a regal lion Garden Statue Sculpture , as a fountain C...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Statues

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Rare Pair of Natural Limestone Winged Lion Statues

$11,539

H 26.38 in W 11.82 in D 13.78 in

Rare Pair of Natural Limestone Winged Lion Statues

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Dating from the mid 19th century, this original pair of natural limestone winged lion statues are a rare find. Having stood the test of time for more than 170 years, each lion is bea...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Statues

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Hand-coloured set of Buffon’s Histoire naturelle in its most luxurious form

$158,678 / set

H 9.85 in W 1.19 in D 7.09 in

Hand-coloured set of Buffon’s Histoire naturelle in its most luxurious form

By Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon

Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL

Publisher: Buffon, Georges-Louis Leclerc de Place / Date: Dordrecht, Abraham Blussé, 1766-1799 Size: 38 parts in 21 volumes. Large 4to. With more than 1100 hand-coloured engraved ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Books

Materials

Paint, Paper

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