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Lion Lucerne Lion A L'Agonie Antique Sculpture Wood Patinated Garde Swiss

$ 319.49

Availability: 79 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Dimension (cm): From 10 to 30
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Features: High Relief
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Type: Sculpture
  • Theme: Animals
  • Height: 15.5cm
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Material: Wood
  • Weight: 1,190kg
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    Sculpture, in patinated walnut, representing a lion in agony.
    Under the sculpture we can read a dedication in Latin and two dates in Roman numerals.
    This sculpture is inspired by the famous Lion of Lucerne, commemorating the sacrifice of the slain Swiss Guards,
    August 10, 1792,
    during the capture of the Tuileries by the revolutionaries; designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen, this sculpture was made between 1820 and 1821.
    Period: end of the 19th century.
    Condition: a slight slit visible at the level of the left paw as well as on the bottom of the left side, it may be missing an element on the left rear part (the shield bearing the coat of arms of Switzerland and visible on the
    artwork
    original).
    The reflections visible in the photos come from the lighting and are in no way defects
    of sculpture.
    The photos are part of the description, please consult them carefully (see the 12 photos).
    Dimensions with base
    : L31.3cmxP12.7xH15.5cm.
    Weight: 1,190kg.
    Ref: 401492 / n13.05 / eb / lioluc
    Please note: for shipments to the USA customs duties are now payable. These customs fees, the percentage of which varies according to the States, will be added to the cost of acquiring the object.
    Sculpture, in patinated walnut, representing a lion in agony. Under the sculpture we can read a dedication in Latin and two dates in Roman numerals. Period: end of the 19th century. Condition: a slight slit visible at the level of the left paw as well as on the bottom of the left side, it may be missing an element on the left rear part (the shield bearing the coat of arms of Switzerland and visible on theartwork original).  The reflections visible in the photos come from the lighting and are in no way defects of sculpture. The photos are part of the description, please consult them carefully (see the 12 photos). Dimensions with base: L31.3cmxP12.7xH15.5cm. Weight: 1,190kg. Ref: 401492 / n13.05 / eb / lioluc Please note: for shipments to the USA customs duties are now payable. These customs