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18th Century Pair of Recumbent Stone Carved Lions

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18th Century pair of recumbent stone carved lions on attached plinths. Circa 1760. Possibly made of Glenarm stone originating from Northern Ireland. After Antonio Canova, who originally carved the lions for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Placed on the pontifical monument as a symbol of weight and determination of the successor of Saint Peter, as one is dozing and the other is on the lookout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 39 in (99.06 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1760
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin 8, IE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 112111stDibs: LU1103240177852

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