Sleeping Lion

Pair of 19th century terracotta sleeping lions, 1890. Dimensions 17 inches (43 cms) wide 7 inches (18 cms) deep 9 inches (23 cms) high.

Beautiful pair of lions in hand carved stone, with natural patina, after the model of Canova (created in 1792 for the Monumental tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St.Peter's Basilica in R...

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 with an ebonized base lined with felt on the bottom surface.

A pair of Grand Tour carved alabaster sleeping lions, after the originals by Antonio Canova (1757-1822) for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII, St.Peter's Bascilia, Rome 1792.

They were then commissioned by the 6th Duke of Devonshire in 1823, for Chatsworth House, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by ...

Central columns of basketweave pattern rest on sleeping lion bases. Overall gentle appropriate age related wear.

Peters, Rome The sleeping Lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The Crouching Lion was made by Francesco Benaglia, each weighing 3.5 tonnes each.

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

(paper) A lithograph from a series produced in 1975, this composition, somewhere between abstract and figurative, features an animal silhouette attributed to a sleeping lion. The wo...

(paper) Arches paper A lithograph from a series produced in 1975, this composition, somewhere between abstract and figurative, features an animal silhouette attributed to a sleepin...

Come view in our Hertfordshire antiques showroom, just 25 minutes north of London Stunning Victorian style Sheffield silver plate epergne What a delightful piece, ready to take cen...

Come view in our Hertfordshire antiques showroom, just 25 minutes north of London Stunning Victorian style Sheffield silver plate epergne What a delightful piece, ready to take cen...

The historic and famous ‘Sleeping Lion Pearl’ – in fact a natural blister, seen from the side and somehow reminiscent of a sleeping lion"" This exceptional rare piece is in perfect ...

Antonio Canova (1757-1822), the renowned Italian artist, created the originals of these lions as a part of the monumental tomb for Clement XIII, in 1792 at St. Peter’s Basilica in Ro...

Antonio Canova (1757-1822), the renowned Italian artist, created the originals of these lions as a part of the monumental tomb for Clement XIII, in 1792 at St. Peter’s Basilica in Ro...

This remarkable mid-17th-century oil painting, which probably originated in the Naples region of Italy, depicts Saint Jerome in penitence with a skull and sleeping lion. It’s reminis...

One of the artists, AA Bronson, explained, “City hall is in an uproar—the mayor has made a public statement in favor of poodles (poodles are alert while lions sleep)—the papers love ...

Pietro and Gertrude are buried at Forest Hills Cemetery]in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood. The Sleeping and Awakening Lion statues are based on Antonio Canova's design for the T...

- Beautifully modelled and cast - Atmospheric reference to the iconic original lions - Grand Tour collectible An Italian bronze model of a sleeping lion, early-19th century.

The Resting Lion British School, late 19th century signed with monogram lower corner oil painting on board, framed painting: 35cm x 49cm plus frame provenance: private collection, E...

A fine sculpture depicting a lion asleep with paws crossed. Beautifully cast with a rich caramel patina. Perfect for a desk top, bookshelf or mantel piece. Mounted on a green and whi...

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.

They were then commissioned by the 6th Duke of Devonshire in 1823, for Chatsworth House, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by ...

They were then commissioned by the 6th Duke of Devonshire in 1823, for Chatsworth House, England. The sleeping lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. The crouching lion was made by ...

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

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

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

The work, depicting a sleeping lion, in correlation with the other lion, this time awake, currently placed in the same room.

A wonderfully detailed interpretation of the famous Canova lions, this pair of large limestone lions on pedestals have been affectionately called The Sleeping and The Vigilant.

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

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

Early or Mid 20th Century - Taxidermy

Peter's Basilica. The sleeping lion pictured on the right is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; the vigilant lion pictured on the left represents his energetic work.

Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work.

Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work.

Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work.

This piece was almost certainly one of a pair on creation and as a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; and the vigilant lion, which we see here, represents h...

"Lion Guarding Sleeping Lioness." Oil on canvas.

One lion is depicted sleeping, and the other awake; a detail which is said to represent the Popes moderation and vigilance respectively.

This panel, entitled "Peace", is carved from solid California redwood. It depicts a lion sleeping aside a lamb, a reference to the peaceful kingdom prophesied by the Biblical Isaiah....

Musicially, the Kingston Trio recorded two famous albums at the Hungry i [2], including the first live performance of their version of The Lion Sleeps Tonight. Tom Lehrer's final sat...

Peter's Basilica. The sleeping lion pictured on the right is symbolic of the Pope's moderation; the vigilant lion pictured on the left represents his energetic work.

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

This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...

A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...

This is an incredible Baccarat cobalt cut to clear complete service for 12. All handblown crystal overlaid in cobalt blue and cut in the most complex and masterful Conde pattern, fir...

Beautiful German Meissen dinnerware service for twelve people with serving pieces. The dinnerware service is in great condition. Just exquisite & very rare to find a complete service...

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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...

Patinated Spelter sculpture on oval marble base depicting the Birth of Pegasus after the original model by Emile Picault (1833-1922) exhibited at the Salon des Beaux Arts in Paris. ...

Chinese Scrib, but handcrafted in Thailand. Sixteen feet long. Rosewood base. The sculptors of this enormous boat made of jade. You will admire the details of this vessel. The dragon...

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...

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage King Size Bonaparte Carved Leather Bed from And So To Bed. A striking piece of furniture that seamlessly blen...

A Substantial Walnut Partners' Desk By Holland & Sons A fully fitted partners desk with identical arrangements to both sides, constructed using finely figured walnut and with a ...