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Pair of mid 20th century carved solid wood lions

About the Item

Pair of mid 20th century carved solid wood lions circa 1950. Here we offer a fine pair of decorative carved lions for the ultimate installation piece.  Heavily carved out of solid wood, seated lions with 1 paw resting on a ball.  Presented on a pair of custom made plinths decorated in copperised weathered paint. Overall height: 71 3/4" Due to the lions having spent some time of their life outside there are obvious age splits from shrinkage, but these only add character and our structurally sound. Restoration to 1 previously broken paw.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Paint,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Restoration to 1 previously broken paw. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA27581stDibs: LU878644373342

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