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Italian 19th Century Big Scale Hand Carved Table Top Wood Lion Sculpture

$3,831.67
£2,832.45
€3,200
CA$5,211.33
A$5,839.27
CHF 3,039.56
MX$71,434.52
NOK 38,581.64
SEK 36,439.89
DKK 24,366.43
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This 19th century big scale Italian animalier sculpure features a lion striding forward on a root-wood base, snarling with open mouth and expressive eyes enlivening its rippling mane with an extremely realistic sense of motion. The wooden statue, wonderful as a table top, is entirely hand carved in the round in a single block of solid olive wood, sign of high quality and sculptural artisanal mastery. An original whimsical and impressive centerpiece clearly sculpted by a true artist who carved the block of wood creating this figure of the proudest feline boasting a detailed study of the lion's anatomy.The features on the face, mane, muscles, tail and the paws are still distinctive and full of character as well as the beautifully carved stand. This sculpture boasts smooth surface and a warm patina developed over centuries and exudes wonderful quality and timelessness of the ancient world. The rich original patina brings further intrigue to its intricately carved details. This hand carved wooden lion statue is a great looking antique centrepiece rustic yet chic it will be a conversation piece that works with any interior, pieces of this age, quality and scale bring an ineffable presence to your home. He awaits to be in a collection and on display soon. Roar! Measures: H. 43, W. 44, D.17.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Galleria Antonio Esposito di Chiara Esposito1stDibs: LU950333289422

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