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Pair of 19th Century Terra Cotta Winged Lions

$16,500per set
£12,337.80per set
€14,409.85per set
CA$23,182.48per set
A$23,479.35per set
CHF 13,487.70per set
MX$284,717.32per set
NOK 156,455.67per set
SEK 159,253.88per set
DKK 107,728.83per set

About the Item

Pair of 19th Century Terra Cotta Winged Lions. Well articulated, impressive pair of terra cotta winged lions, in seated position and holding heraldic shields between their front paws. The winged lion symbolizes the city Venice, Italy, as well as one of its patron saints, St Mark.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Troy, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: N_2781stDibs: U1004198527125

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