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Pair of Mid-20th Century British Colonial Shielded Terracotta Lions

$3,370per set
£2,505.21per set
€2,932.79per set
CA$4,712.85per set
A$5,262.40per set
CHF 2,745.01per set
MX$64,709.06per set
NOK 34,645.47per set
SEK 32,617.49per set
DKK 21,878.62per set
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A pair of British Colonial painted terracotta lions from the mid-20th century. This vintage pair of lions from Kerala, India have each been created in a seated position with a single front leg or paw raised atop a shield, which is decorated with a single conch shell at center. This pair of lions have textured manes, and alert facial expression with gaping mouths. These pieces have a wash of grey coloring throughout, still allowing some areas of the natural terracotta to be visible from beneath. This pair of mid-century British Colonial lions stand just shy of 2 feet in height.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Accessory #19451stDibs: LU876414659742

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