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19th Century Terracotta Garden Lions

$16,000per set
£12,126.15per set
€13,907.68per set
CA$22,355.04per set
A$24,388.13per set
CHF 12,934.97per set
MX$293,822.03per set
NOK 164,169.90per set
SEK 150,301.99per set
DKK 103,869.54per set

About the Item

A large opposing pair of Italian mid-19th century terracotta lions. Each lion is raised on a rectangular base. Beautiful expressive faces and wonderfully carved manes with great patina.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 34 in (86.36 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860-1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Previous corner break repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1076620269062

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