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A Pair Of Mid-19th Century Chatsworth Lions

$21,916.87per set
£16,000per set
€18,854.99per set
CA$30,114.98per set
A$33,704.33per set
CHF 17,591.07per set
MX$411,019.05per set
NOK 225,141.73per set
SEK 213,125.48per set
DKK 140,712.31per set
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About the Item

Originally carved in marble for Chatsworth house by Canova Both lions in repose, cast in iron with a patinated finish.
  • Creator:
    Antonio Canova (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Both lions exhibit charming weathering from age but are otherwise intact and in very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8945235143312

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