A PAIR OF CARVED RED SANDSTONE LIONS, each sitting back on its haunches and with its paws held before it (weathered; chips; losses; repairs; probably formerly supporting banners), 18th/19th century | Christie's

Sale 4824

Crowther Sale

London

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12 - 14 October 1992

Browse Sale

Lot 1248

A PAIR OF CARVED RED SANDSTONE LIONS, each sitting back on its haunches and with its paws held before it (weathered; chips; losses; repairs; probably formerly supporting banners), 18th/19th century

Price realised

GBP 2,860

Estimate

GBP 1,500 - GBP 2,000

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A PAIR OF CARVED RED SANDSTONE LIONS, each sitting back on its haunches and with its paws held before it (weathered; chips; losses; repairs; probably formerly supporting banners), 18th/19th century
15½in. (39.4cm.) square; 34in. (86.4cm.) high (2)
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