Antique Lion

Unlike traditional guardian lions placed in pairs at entrances, this is a single desk lion, known in Chinese as an 案头狮 (àn tóu shī).

The central shaft, decorated with cartridges in imitation of coats of arms, is decorated with gargoyle heads from which two branches of foliage interlacing emerge, with two erect lio...

And if that’s not enough, the pair of snarling, toothy lion heads at the top are guaranteed to attract attention to whatever you might be exhibiting.

19th century English patinated white metal herald lion striding forward with wings raised, one forepaw on a book, head turned slightly, with a full curling mane.

19th century English bronze door knocker cast as a lion mask with a full, flowing mane and beard on an oval backplate.

The mirror plates are original and topped by a cresting of an eagle on a pedestal above a carved lion and flanked by cascading flower and leaf garlands harnessed to winged horses, in...

A finely decorated Japanese Kutani porcelain figure depicting Guanyin seated upon a Buddhist lion, dating to the late 19th-century Meiji period.

The labels are "1. Le Lion léopardé, 2. L'Aigle, 3. Les Aiglettes, 4. Les Alérions, 5.

The centre painted with a large lion with a hairy mane flexing his tail and standing in front of a pavilion in a garden landscape.

Early fine carved sculpture of a lying lion. Attributed to the circle of Alessandro Vittoria, located in northern Italy/ Venice.

Prattware Pearlware Pottery Plaque, Two Recumbent Lions, Relief-Molded, English Circa 1800–1820 The oval pearlware plaque is press-molded in high relief with two recumbent lions lyi...

Antique silverware cabinet crafted from hand-polished mahogany with a cabinet door and decorative lion feet. The cabinet was made in the 1860s and features interior shelves with one ...

Bronze English Regency pendant chandelier comprised of a circular cut glass shade placed within a Greek key frame and suspended from decorative rods featuring three lion heads suppor...

Wonderful pair of 19th Century French canvas theatre winged lion props from Paris. Super colour and patina.

Stunning French Cubist carved wood bookends depicting lions.

William Huggins (1820 - 1884) A lion and a lioness in a landscape Oil on panel  Signed and dated, lower right: 'Huggins 1847' With gallery and exhibition labels, verso Provenance: ...

This is a beautiful, original advertisement poster for Lions Head Pictures. The poster dates to circa 1911.

Dubbed the lion-heart ring due to its brave and inimitable style, this bold and beautiful piece centers around the main 20.63 carats undulating Amethyst Quartz gem.

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

The lowest, numbered 3, shows a maned lion among vines and bunches of grapes. The running head reads "LE MOYEN-AGE ET LA RENAISSANCE." and "OBJETS DIVERS" (miscellaneous objects).

The deeply sculpted shield bears lion accented by a diagonal bend, with the lion crowned as an emblem of noble authority.

Wonderful pair of 19th Century French canvas theatre winged lion props from Paris. Super colour and patina.

Large medallion centered with a gilt silver (vermeil) plaque depicting Hercules strangling the Nemean lion in bas-relief. This motif is surrounded by an antique silver structure (a t...

Small reclining lion in finely chased bronze Italy, 15th century Traces of gilding H 4,8 x L 6 x P 2 cm Delicately worked bronze depicting a lion in repose, characteristic of early ...

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...

1859 Antique French Plaster wall relief depicting slaying of the lion

Very fine pair of sconces, of gilt bronze and partial painted finish, each concave hexagonal backplate divided by a vertical arrow, and centered by a lion mask, its teeth holding two...

Stunning 18/1900s antique Lion Candelabra, Baroque / Regency style design with unique Lion form decor.

The substantial storage chest features a single deep drawer and ornamental carved lion head motif, combining functional elegance with period character.

The post itself is columnar, adorned with classical motifs including scrolled acanthus leaves and what appear to be lion or grotesque masks in relief around the base of the shaft.

The substantial oak structure has developed an attractive medium to dark colour and features an elaborate arrangement of carved figures, angelic faces and lion heads, giving the book...

This object is a Tang dynasty (8th–9th century) Changsha ware ritual stand, constructed with a sculpted mythical beast—likely a lion or bixie—serving as the base, surmounted by a fla...

The Lion is an original lithograph on ivory-colored paper, realized by Paul Gervais (1816-1879).

Pair Antique French Ormolu Lions Rampant Andirons, Circa 1890.

A rare, Italian, Rosso Veronese fragment of a lion head mounted on a steel base. Possibly 17th Century.

One of two similar we are selling, this heraldic tile is decorated with a rampant lion, facing right, surrounded by a border of lines, arches and dots resembling flowers.

​Vintage lion's head brooches with rhinestone eyes are timeless accessories that blend regal symbolism with artistic craftsmanship.

Rare Antique Silver Etrog Box with Lions and Ten Commandments Continental, 18th century Height 14cm, width 10.5cm, depth 10.5cm, weight 400g This parcel-gilt box was made to hold th...

A large antique lion mask or fountain head from Italy. This imposing marble head is hand-carved in Rosso di Verona marble and the stone has a nicely weathered patina.

Each well molded and painted with cheerful poses. Possibly German.

Three finely detailed lion heads decorate the rim of the shade, providing a striking contrast to the colourful floral decoration.

A small 19th century lozenge or diamond-shaped stained glass panel, centred with a lion portrait. This striking stained glass window hanging is striking and vibrant, the lion surroun...

Rare Italian weather vane from the early 20th century, crafted in copper with a remarkable three-dimensional lion subject and original aged patina. Unlike traditional flat weather va...

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: ...

A charming and whimsical pair of Italian hand-carved stone lions. Italy, early 20th century Size: 6" high x 12 1/4" wide x 3 1/2" deep

The lion head symbolizes strength, courage, guardianship and protection.

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Four scrolled legs spring from the block, each carved with a lion mask with open mouth and flowing mane, acanthus and beading, and ending in a large paw foot.

Japanese Meiji Carved Wood Shishi Parade Lion Mask, circa 1880 A rare and impressive Japanese Parade Lion Mask (Shishi), dating to the Meiji Period (1868–1912), circa 1880.

The removable lid is crowned by a particularly striking rampant lion holding a shield, adding a heraldic character to the piece.

A superb 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture of a lion by the celebrated animalier sculptor Jules Moigniez (1835–1894).

A stunning set of 4 identical medieval style terracotta tiles decorated with raised rampant lions and foliage within scalloped borders, dating to circa 1920.

A fine pair of large faience lions, each modeled recumbent on a rectangular base glazed in mottled green.

Pierced gilt-metal galleries encircle both the upper rim and body, lending the otherwise relaxed form a refined architectural quality. Brass lion-mask mounts with aged ring handles ...

Marble lions is a pair of original sculptures by an anonymous artist of the French School realized during the 19th century.

A Set of European 19th century terracotta lions. One seated stood on a shaped plinth, expressive face, detailed mane and muscular form.

This depiction is much like the original with the most prominent features of the face of the lion expressing death, the form of the shield, the spear, and the spear impaled into the ...

The expressive modeling and regal subject matter reflect the enduring appeal of lion motifs in antique jewelry, where the lion symbolized courage, strength, and nobility.

An important pair of Venetian bronze lions, late 19th century From Venice, private collection.

Great images of Lions and tigers Unframed. Lithographs after Cpt.