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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 Rome. The Lion who is awake represents vigilance, and the one who is asleep symbolizes moderation. The originals rested upon two rectangular slabs on pedestals at the base of the monument (see bottom photo). These fantastic lions have been carved out of an Italian limestone and rest upon rectangular stone slabs, further supported by a rectangular shaped stone pedestal.
Height approximately 48.25 inches (without the foam), Bases 54 x 18 1/4.
Height approximately 48.25 inches (without the foam), Bases 54 x 18 1/4.
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Production Type
Production Time
Available Now
Place of Origin
Date of Manufacture
Contemporary
Period
Condition
Excellent
Dimensions
48.25 in. H
x
54 in. W
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18.25 in. D
123 cm H
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137 cm W
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46 cm D
Dealer Location
Dallas, TX
Number of Items
2
Reference Number
LU90637735733
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