An excellent bronze and Swedish porphyry paperweight with lion finial, circa 1850, measuring 12,8cm in length and weighing 697g, as a model of the 12th century original statue commissioned by Henry the Lion (1129-1195) in the city of Braunschweig, to demonstrate his status and power. Condition: Impeccable, no damages or repairs. This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.