Sale 9519
London, South Kensington
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27 November 2002
Price realised
GBP 881
Estimate
A pair of Italian bronze models of recumbent lions, early 19th century Modelled after Antonio Canova On rectangular Siena marble bases 3¼in. (8.3cm.) high overall, 5in. (12.6cm.) long (2)
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These lions are modelled after those adorning the tomb of the Arch Duchess Maria Christina of Austria, Augustinerkirche, Vienna. COMPARATIVE LITERATURE: Fred Licht and David Finn Canova, Abbeville Press, New York 1983, p.65 & ff.
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