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Antique Cast Bronze of a Mythical Lion Beast

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An antique unusual cast bronze of a Mythical lion beast. Bursting with character, the lion standing foursquare with his long tail curled back on itself. Under his left front paw we can see a male hunter trapped. Cast bronze. Tribal African Islamic Art. Similar cast bronze are also find in the Middle East and Asia where the lion represent power.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CB4191stDibs: LU906814274061
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