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19th Century Grand Tour Lion Attacking a Horse Miniature Bronze Sculpture

$1,250

£938.33

€1,093.90

CA$1,770.25

A$1,775.15

CHF 1,027.02

MX$21,615.32

NOK 11,918.25

SEK 12,147.45

DKK 8,178.37

About the Item

A fine 19th century Grand Tour miniature model of the Lion Attacking a Horse sculpture. Modeled after the ancient Roman version found on Capitoline Hill. Sized as a paperweight for the desk or perfect for shelf nestled amongst leather books for the library. Mounted on a variegated white marble disc and slate plinth. Measure: Length ca. 4 7/8 in.

Dimensions:
Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 4.88 in (12.4 cm)Depth: 3.63 in (9.23 cm)
Style:
Grand Tour (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Marble,Slate,Patinated
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. With some light edge wear, fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
Seller Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU161029194181

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