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Large Italian Grand Tour Granite "Medici" Lion 19th Century

$3,250
£2,461.57
€2,827.03
CA$4,554.31
A$4,951.46
CHF 2,625.27
MX$59,355.41
NOK 33,365.81
SEK 30,567.62
DKK 21,128.48

About the Item

19th century grand tour carving of the "Medici" lion. Carved green porphyry granite. This is an unusually large size. Pieces carved porphyry granite are uncommon. It's hardness makes carving very difficult. not signed rare
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There are some chips to the backside. One tooth is chipped.
  • Seller Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 6200091stDibs: LU1585240401702

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