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Late 19th c. Cast Stone Griffin Sculpture c.1899

$2,595
£1,976.96
€2,256.18
CA$3,646.59
A$3,974.14
CHF 2,104.48
MX$47,733.61
NOK 26,643.17
SEK 24,495.77
DKK 16,851.15

About the Item

ABOUT A 19th c. cast stone sculpture depicting a Griffin. Nicely patinated. Originally part of the old San Francisco police station. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1899. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Cast Stone. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. No cracks. DIMENSIONS H 36 in. x W 12 in. x D 16 in. HISTORY Griffin: A griffin is a mythical creature typically described as having the head, wings, and talons of an eagle combined with the body, hind legs, and tail of a lion. Considered a powerful symbol of strength and wisdom, griffins are often associated with guarding treasure and have appeared in mythology and art since antiquity. Mission Police Station: Built in 1899, the two-story concrete police station was designed by the firm of Shea & Shea. Damaged in 1906, the police station was repaired – minus its original corner turret – and placed back into service. It remained in service as the Southern District station until 1950 when the SFPD moved to a new district headquarters at 1240 Valencia Street.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cast Stone
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1899
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Architectural SKU0251stDibs: LU1280247945412

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