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16th Century Pair of Gilt Lion Figures from Germany Nuremberg

$5,902.38per set

£4,360.73per set

€6,100per setVAT Included

CA$8,188.23per set

A$8,309.55per set

CHF 4,790.28per set

MX$100,614.15per set

NOK 55,600.01per set

SEK 56,194.68per set

DKK 38,125.78per set

About the Item

A stunning pair of 16th century stylophore lions, cast and gilt bronze figurative sculptures from Germany, Nuremberg. The Stylophore Lions were figurative sculpture used in the Renaissance era to support pedestals at the entrance of the Cathedral; stylophore is an architectural term meaning stylus bearing elements, as column bearer. It is used to indicate those sculptures of animals or fantastic monsters placed at the base of the supporting columns. These antique gilded pair of lions probably originally feet of a coin cabinet or similar furniture which had to fit into the casting through the hole present in correspondence with the back of the fairs, one of the small plate is missing. Guarding the overlying structure, the animals are portrayed roaring, they have their mouths open with their tongues out and showing their teeth; their power is controlled by a collar with a harness connected with a flower on the back. The horsehair and coat are finely chiseled defining a braided hairstyle one and the second as spotted. The lion is an undisputed symbol of strength therefore, placed at the entrance of the churches, it symbolizes the strength that guards the sacred space. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 50 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2-3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork.

Dimensions:
Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Cast,Gilt
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
16th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1500
Condition:
Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Milano, IT
Reference Number:
Seller: A10001stDibs: LU2160330703142

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