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A Magnificent and Extremely Rare Pair of Late Romanesque Italian Limestone Lion Supports. Circa 1320.
This stunning pair of 14th century limestone lions would have supported possibly a grand door entrance or baptistery, carved in limestone they have the most amazing devotional wear and patina. Part of the original marble columns remain attached.
Both gazing heavenward and lying on their square bases.
For similar examples see the Cremona duomo baptistery, Cremona, Lombardy, Northern Italy.
Private collection.
28" high x 23" long.
23" high x 23" long.
Dimensions
Height: 71.1 cms, Length: 58.4 cmsStock number
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The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
