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Pair of stylophoric lions in yellow marble from verona, northern Italy, 16th-17th centol

$10,208.38
£7,518.45
€8,500
CA$13,887.71
A$15,432.31
CHF 8,086.69
MX$189,249.75
NOK 103,141.06
SEK 97,031.32
DKK 64,709.19
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Description Two sculptures depicting crouching lions. On the backs of the lions are holes, from which the columns rose. This type of sculpture, typical of medieval architecture, takes the form of a styliphorous lion, which was used in the prothyrs and pulpits of early Christian and Romanesque churches to support columns, but also as a spiritual symbol with a message of protection. Indeed, the lion was seen in medieval bestiaries as a guardian, as it was believed to sleep with its eyes open, thus representing an apotropaic figure against evil. Dimensions HxWxD 34.5cm x 57cm x 20.5cm Provenance Private Collection ■Condition Missing and defects. Breakage. Restorations.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Width: 22.45 in (57 cm)Depth: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble
  • Period:
    17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1500-1700
  • Condition:
    Replacements made. Repaired: Missing and defects. Breakage. Restorations. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Missing and defects. Breakage. Restorations.
  • Seller Location:
    Brescia, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10324244805392

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