Sleeping Lion

Pair of sculptures depicting sleeping lions. The model is an invention of Canova. Legend says

Hand-carved of Siena marble, a matched pair of sleeping lions on integral bases.

Fahringer, a master of animal paintings shows this sleeping lion in near vision. A stunning idea

crystalline. Love the sleeping lion motif to the central column. Further motifs include Rococo shells, vines

Pair of 19th century terracotta sleeping lions, 1890. Dimensions 17 inches (43 cms) wide 7

Beautiful pair of lions in hand carved stone, with natural patina, after the model of Canova

Pair of 20th century reconstituted stone sleeping lions. Good weathering and patina, 1950

Handsome pair of bronze sleeping lion bookends. Both lions are resting atop of cherry wood blocks

A pair of Grand Tour carved alabaster sleeping lions, after the originals by Antonio Canova (1757

, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by Francesco

Comprised of three sections each. Central columns of basketweave pattern rest on sleeping lion

. Peters, Rome The sleeping Lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The Crouching Lion was made by

of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter’s Basilica. The Sleeping lion pictured is symbolic of the Pope’s

between abstract and figurative, features an animal silhouette attributed to a sleeping lion. The work

attributed to a sleeping lion. The work stands out for the fine grain of the black pencil, in contrast to

crystaline Love the sleeping lion motif to the central column Further motifs include rococo shells, vines

crystaline Love the sleeping lion motif to the central column Further motifs include rococo shells, vines

(pathological) blister formation on the inner side of a freshwater shell. The historic and famous ‘Sleeping Lion

Antonio Canova (1757-1822), the renowned Italian artist, created the originals of these lions as a

Antonio Canova (1757-1822), the renowned Italian artist, created the originals of these lions as a

Italy, depicts Saint Jerome in penitence with a skull and sleeping lion. It’s reminiscent of

the lion with a poodle, a recurrent symbol in General Idea’s practice that is both cute and subversive

collectible An Italian bronze model of a sleeping lion, early-19th century. Modelled after Antonio Canova

The Resting Lion British School, late 19th century signed with monogram lower corner oil painting

A fine sculpture depicting a lion asleep with paws crossed. Beautifully cast with a rich caramel

Reduction from the originals created by Antonio Canova for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Placed on the pontifical monument as a symbol of weight and ...

Pair of 20th century reconstituted stone sleeping lions. Good weathering and patina, 1950

, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by Francesco

, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by Francesco

in St. Peter’s Basilica. The Sleeping lion pictured is symbolic of the Pope’s moderation. Incredible

. Peter’s Basilica. The Sleeping lion pictured is symbolic of the Pope’s moderation; the vigilant lion

. Peter’s Basilica. The Sleeping lion pictured is symbolic of the Pope’s moderation; the vigilant lion

, carved in bronze and resting on a marble base. The work, depicting a sleeping lion, in correlation with

lions on pedestals have been affectionately called The Sleeping and The Vigilant. Both lions have

Great pair of bronze laying lions. A reproduction late 20th century pair that depicts both lions

A ‘Black Forest’ walnut version of the Lion of Lucerne, the recumbent lion sleeping with his paws

Early or Mid 20th Century - Taxidermy

tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. The sleeping lion pictured on the right is symbolic

recumbent lions, both sleeping, one finished in terracotta and raised on a serpentine marble plinth, the

XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the

recumbent lions, finished to imitate Siena yellow marble, one sleeping and one vigilant, on plinth bases

pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the vigilant lion, which we see here

"Lion Guarding Sleeping Lioness." Oil on canvas. Signed F. M. PAYL . 19 x 25 ins. framed

Antonio Canova in 1792. One lion is depicted sleeping, and the other awake; a detail which is said to

depicts a lion sleeping aside a lamb, a reference to the peaceful kingdom prophesied by the Biblical

], including the first live performance of their version of The Lion Sleeps Tonight. Tom Lehrer's final

scale for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. The sleeping lion pictured on the right

An intricate Japanese silk embroidery of lion and sleeping lioness in the grass, in a wooden frame

large-scale original art photography from a series of dramatic cloud atlas observations and abstract monochromatic skyscapes above the Mediterranean Sea Cloud Study II by Frank Scho...

Stunning horizontal abstracted mesh and gold-leaf lithograph on heavy bond paper with artist's protocol notes (for future projects) by Patricia A. Pearce (American, b. 1948). Unsigne...

"Contemporary Bee Hand-Blown Glass Bottle" by Simone Crestani Introducing the Bee Bottle, a stunning testament to artistry and nature's intricate beauty, masterfully crafted by the ...

Amazing Mid-Century Modern hand blown Italian flush mount chandelier featuring overlapping multi-color crystal flowers, mounted on a webbed white painted frame. available also a pair...

These NATURAL PAROTA collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to...

'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...

Set of 6 English Regency style (19th Cent) black lacquered & gold decorated chairs with cane seat & back with painted panel. 4 side @ 20¬Ω"w x 20"d x 32¬Ω"h, & 2 arms.

Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from one...

The most wonderful pair of old Italian elephant garden plant stands. I believe these are some sort of terra cotta with a glaze on top, they are heavy! The details are amazing from th...

Semi Rezzonico chandelier 8 arms, on 2 levels in amber and green Murano glass multicolor flowers by Multiforme This is an artistic model manufactured by our skilled masters glass-wor...

Each with a rectangular plate within a stiff leaf, entwined vine and fleur de lis carved surround, the cresting centred by an armorial shield for the Thorold baronets surmounted by a...

Sterling silver vase in Art Nouveau - Liberty style made entirely by hand. The preparation of the structure of the vase required several processing times. The vase was made in differ...

Stunning emerald green Murano glass chandelier made of hand blown glass and featuring 16 arms. This exquisite fixture has an intricate process consisting of two passes with the glass...

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...

These SOFT GREY collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to a so...

A Fine Pair of French Louis XVI Style Carved-wood Cream-Lacquered Settees, probably by Maison Jansen. The rectangular shaped Love Seats, each with scrolled carved armrests ending wit...