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Pair of 19thC Stone Lions After Antonio Canova
After Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822), the well-proportioned and finely modelled stone (possibly marble?) models of recumbent lions, both vigilant, on rough-hewn stone plinth bases, and surviving from the late nineteenth century.
The sculptures have no major flaws and no cracks or restoration present. We have refrained from cleaning them so they do have dust residue to their crevices. They remain on the stone plinths which were probably part of an architectural surround or some such.
These lions were originally sculpted by Antonio Canova (Italian, 1757-1822) as a pair in a larger scale for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work. Here we have two vigilant examples.
Particularly well modelled, and of a good size, making for a great mantelpiece adornment.
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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The sculptures have no major flaws and no cracks or restoration present. We have refrained from cleaning them so they do have dust residue to their crevices. They remain on the stone plinths which were probably part of an architectural surround or some such.
These lions were originally sculpted by Antonio Canova (Italian, 1757-1822) as a pair in a larger scale for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica. As a pair the sleeping lion is symbolic of the Pope's moderation and the vigilant lion, represents his energetic work. Here we have two vigilant examples.
Particularly well modelled, and of a good size, making for a great mantelpiece adornment.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 22/MAY/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
Category Busts and Figures
Date c.1890
Late Victorian Antiques Material Stone
Origin Italian
Item code as155a1842 / 1910
Status Sold
£890.00 
$1194.74 
€1059.37 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 22/MAY/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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