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A Heavy Carved Stone Armorial Relief from a Chateau in Nice, France, Circa 1700

$6,400
£4,807.86
€5,544.24
CA$8,880.83
A$9,868.57
CHF 5,171.23
MX$121,020.38
NOK 65,956.07
SEK 62,049.05
DKK 41,379.88
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More information coming soon… Dating to circa 1700, this heavy stone armorial has been hand-carved in relief. The 9 1/2 inch thick stone was found on a chateau in Nice, France. The coat of arms consists of a fluted shield charged with two greyhounds that is topped by a thickly bejeweled closed crown. Two rampant and langued lion supporters stand on a protruding entablature with a cavetto cornice.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1700
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good antique condition. Commensurate wear, such as minor losses, light age separations, and slight buildup.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 425-371stDibs: LU906345903062

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