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A Brass Sculpture of Lioness with Lion Cubs

$6,800
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£5,145.85
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€5,934.77
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CA$9,495.73
CA$13,685.0230% Off
A$10,638.28
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CHF 5,537.22
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MX$129,553.94
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NOK 70,536.76
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SEK 66,425.73
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DKK 44,302.33
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About the Item

This vintage brass sculpture of a lioness and her cubs, is from Mumbai, India, and was cast in the early 1960's. . A Lion is depicted in various ancient Indian temples and monuments, symbolizing strength and majesty. Lion statues are commonly found at the entrances of temples as guardians. In this case, judging by its size, it was likely from a wealthy family. The Indian lion is now very rare, confined to the Gir National Forest, in Gujarat.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 56 in (142.24 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 24T011531stDibs: LU886440774732

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