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Danish Symbolic Lion Ashtray in Bronze, 1940s

$238.30
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£176.75
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€200
€25020% Off
CA$326.31
CA$407.8820% Off
A$362.79
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CHF 189.90
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MX$4,449.52
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NOK 2,417.90
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SEK 2,282.79
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DKK 1,522.31
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About the Item

A commemorative piece after a famous Danish painting by Jeppe Madsen-Ohlsen. Its front depicts the Isted Lion and in the background the church of Broager and Dybbøl Mølle / mill seen. The symbolism comes in via the broken chain in the front. Fully marked to its hand-hammered backside. Measurements: 14x11x1.2 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.48 in (1.2 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Useable vintage condition. Patina and wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782239066462

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