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19th Century Grand Tour Lion Attacking a Horse Miniature Bronze Sculpture

$1,250
£939.03
€1,082.86
CA$1,734.54
A$1,927.45
CHF 1,010.01
MX$23,636.79
NOK 12,882.05
SEK 12,118.96
DKK 8,082.01
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A fine 19th century Grand Tour miniature model of the Lion Attacking a Horse sculpture. Modeled after the ancient Roman version found on Capitoline Hill. Sized as a paperweight for the desk or perfect for shelf nestled amongst leather books for the library. Mounted on a variegated white marble disc and slate plinth. Measure: Length ca. 4 7/8 in.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4.88 in (12.4 cm)Depth: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble,Slate,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. With some light edge wear, fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU161029194181

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