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Pair Large French Griffin Architectural Giltwood Statues
$5,500per set
£4,177.39per set
€4,804.76per set
CA$7,684.58per set
A$8,569.17per set
CHF 4,471.03per set
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NOK 56,909.09per set
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Pair of majestic French 19th century carved 23k giltwood mythological Griffin sculptures. Expertly carved. These impressive one of kind griffin sculptures (or statues) were architectural elements converted to decorative display art.
The griffin is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and sometimes an eagle's talons as its front feet. Because the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts, and the eagle the king of the birds, by the Middle Ages, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. Since classical antiquity, griffins were known for guarding treasures and priceless possessions.
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Repaired: Touch ups, minor losses and minor repairs done over time-- see close ups for exact condition including 23k gilt finish. Additions or alterations made to the original: Most likely fragments from architectural interior converted to display statues. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Palm Springs, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: A21231stDibs: LU938131327622
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