Sleeping Lion

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

Sleeping and Awakening Lion statues are based on Antonio Canova's design for the Tomb of Pope Clement XIII

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

17th century English/Dutch School, from the Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens A very interesting and well-painted 17th-century oil on canvas of two men seated on horseback in a landsc...

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...

Beautiful Italian armoire made up of exceptional carved and painted panels.

This Trumeau has been handmade using the technique of Venetian art. In the 18th century in Venice the fashion of lacquering spread. Using small prints, cut out and then glued on the ...

An impressive object entirely shaped and finished by hand, it reveals very different glaze treatments inside and out. While expertly worked to achieve a scalloped edge and channeled ...

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved centre hall table. The rectangular shaped intricately carved frame with an X-stretcher centre with a urn, all surmount...

A pair of Louis XVI style carved and Laqué gilded bergère settees. The elegant pair of carved loveseats, upholstered in a blue velvet, with padded backs and sides and a cushion seat,...

A Nice Quality Pair of Late 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mounted Chinese Porcelain Lamps Fine bronze mounts separate the six painted panels decorated with chinoiserie figures in ...

Huge 18th C. Venetian Larger Then California King Bed Crest Finials Panel Board. Imposing circa 1700’s Venetian bed detailed with cartouches. Composed of two smaller frames. Exquisit...

LARGE BEAUTIFUL TERRACOTTA GRIFFINS 20th century Copy of ancient Renaissance griffins. Impruneta terracotta. Made in Tuscany HEIGHT 73 cm WIDTH 30 cm DEPTH 64 cm WEIGHT 25 kg MANUF...

A Fine Pair of French 19th/20th Century Gilt-Bronze Sculptures of "The Marly Horses" (Now turned into lamps) After the original by Guillaume Coustou (French, 1677-1746). The large pa...

Large boat bed in solid flamed mahogany, mahogany veneer, richly decorated with finely chased and gilded bronzes, from the Empire period. Four baluster jambs, adorned with fleurons, ...