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Pair of 18th Century Armorial Stone Lion Statues

$18,036.28
£13,395
€15,795.60
CA$24,986.84
A$28,024.40
CHF 14,675.94
MX$340,523.78
NOK 186,359.91
SEK 176,682.32
DKK 117,905.89

About the Item

A pair of 18th century antique stone lions reclaimed from a house in South London. Likely originally used as gate piers, this pair of armorial lions make a striking ornamental feature in gardens traditional and modern. Each are stylistically hand carved into limestone and hold a shield, creating a typically English heraldic look. Over the past 200 years, the lion forms have remained intact with detailed characteristics of the face, mane, paws and tail beautifully preserved. Each stone lion statue is lightly weathered, creating a natural finish that only exposure to the elements through time can create. Additional Dimensions Each height: 65 cm and 62 cm Each width: 26 cm and 28 cm (base of each lion) Depth: 30 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.6 in (65.03 cm)Width: 11.024 in (28.01 cm)Depth: 11.81 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Various small damages and losses. Weathered finish. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9233891stDibs: LU2096326047632

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