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Antique Signed American Folk Art Sewer Tile or Redware Pottery Lion Figurine

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A fine antique signed Folk Art lion figurine. In the form of a recumbent lion. Signed to the underside. The signature appears to read: 'J Silverthorn' Made out of a reddish-brown redware or stoneware sewer tile pottery. Simply a great piece of American Folk Art! Date: Mid to Late 19th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with no cracks or repairs. Condition Details There are chips to the base & edges, fritting throughout, and a large spot of pitting to the lion's back. Otherwise, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Unknown Marks: Inscribed to the inside with an artist's signature. Measurements: Length: ca. 8 3/8 in. Width: ca. 4 in. Height: ca. 5 3/4 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 8.38 in (21.29 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There are chips to the base & edges, fritting throughout, and a large spot of pitting to the lion's back. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV HA A221stDibs: LU1610228533872

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