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Pair of Scottish Terracotta Shield-bearing Lion Finials
$8,072.81
£5,795
€6,858.72
CA$10,961.66
A$12,287.93
CHF 6,407.88
MX$150,620.05
NOK 81,198.58
SEK 77,198.04
DKK 51,174.93
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A pair of antique Scottish terracotta parodic shield-bearing lion finials dating to circa 1880. Seated on shaped bases with shields and expressive faces, this eye-catching pair are full of character, incorporating Victorian and medieval styles.
Sourced from a Scottish estate and made from very durable fire clay terracotta. This pair would look impressive acting as driveway finials or at the entrance of a home. Perhaps they could even be a stunning new element for the garden of a country home.
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Weight of each lion 45kg (99.2lbs).
- Dimensions:Height: 29.34 in (74.5 cm)Width: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Good structural condition. Both lacking parts of the tail. Other smaller chips and losses. Slight colour variation between the two.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 353661stDibs: LU2096337469952
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