Sculpture, Medici Lion - 15 cm - Veined Yellow Alabaster – Marble base - 1880
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The unsigned Medici Lion sculpture, made in Italy in 1880, is carved from veined yellow alabaster and stands on a marble base, measuring 20 × 15 × 8 cm.
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A refined late 19th to early 20th-century Grand Tour sculpture depicting a walking lion with its paw resting on a sphere.
The piece is finely hand-carved from a block of precious veined yellow Volterra alabaster, featuring warm amber tones and a beautiful, authentic aged patina. The lion's face displays highly expressive details, highlighted by period-correct red glass paste inserts for the eyes.
The sculpture rests securely on a coordinated double base, ending with a rectangular veined white marble plinth. The bottom of the base is smooth, showing the typical and uniform wear consistent with its age. A highly charming and historical decorative piece, perfect for a library, study, or antique collection.
• Material: Veined yellow alabaster (lion) and marble (base)
• Period: Late 19th Century / Early 20th Century 1890 - 1910
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Condition: Excellent condition relative to age. Gorgeous natural patina on the stone, with no major chips or structural restorations.
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A refined late 19th to early 20th-century Grand Tour sculpture depicting a walking lion with its paw resting on a sphere.
The piece is finely hand-carved from a block of precious veined yellow Volterra alabaster, featuring warm amber tones and a beautiful, authentic aged patina. The lion's face displays highly expressive details, highlighted by period-correct red glass paste inserts for the eyes.
The sculpture rests securely on a coordinated double base, ending with a rectangular veined white marble plinth. The bottom of the base is smooth, showing the typical and uniform wear consistent with its age. A highly charming and historical decorative piece, perfect for a library, study, or antique collection.
• Material: Veined yellow alabaster (lion) and marble (base)
• Period: Late 19th Century / Early 20th Century 1890 - 1910
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Condition: Excellent condition relative to age. Gorgeous natural patina on the stone, with no major chips or structural restorations.
Providing professional packaging shipping with UPS international tracked and signed
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Veined Yellow Alabaster – Marble base
Title of artwork
Medici Lion
Signature
Not signed
Year
1880
Condition
Good condition
Height
15 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
8 cm
