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Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian
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Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

18th century
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Our Stock # 24512

This is an antique carved lion figure. An English, giltwood decorative desk or mantle ornament, dating to the mid Georgian period, circa 1750.

Charmingly original lion, with lovely colour and good detail

Displays a desirable aged patina and in original order, save for his cropped tail

A rare and interesting Georgian carving, delightfully executed by a fine craftsman

The distinctive giltwood form presents fine golden tonality

Bold face and prominent mane, the mouth accentuated in red

Standing upon a trapezoid shaped base, with leather protective pad

This is a fascinating antique carved lion figure, with a pleasingly original presentation and great colour. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Max Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'')

Max Height: 18cm (7'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 24512

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Giltwood Lion Figure to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090526
Dealers Internal Reference
24512
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Description
Our Stock # 24512

This is an antique carved lion figure.

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An English, giltwood decorative desk or mantle ornament, dating to the mid Georgian period, circa 1750.
London Fine Antiques

Charmingly original lion, with lovely colour and good detail

fig 1. A carved Mid-Georgian giltwood lion figure standing on a dark rectangular base with a detailed mane and open mouth.
fig 1. Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in original order, save for his cropped tail

A rare and interesting Georgian carving, delightfully executed by a fine craftsman

The distinctive giltwood form presents fine golden tonality

fig 2. A carved Mid-Georgian giltwood lion figure standing on a dark rectangular base with a detailed mane and open mouth.
fig 2. Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

Bold face and prominent mane, the mouth accentuated in red

Standing upon a trapezoid shaped base, with leather protective pad

This is a fascinating antique carved lion figure, with a pleasingly original presentation and great colour. Delivered ready to display.

fig 3. A carved Mid-Georgian giltwood lion figure standing on a dark rectangular base with a detailed mane and open mouth.
fig 3. Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Max Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'')

Max Height: 18cm (7'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. A carved Mid-Georgian giltwood lion figure standing on a dark rectangular base with a detailed mane and open mouth.
fig 4. Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24512

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
22.5cm (8.86")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Giltwood Lion Figure to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1090526
Dealers Internal Ref
24512
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian

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A carved Mid-Georgian giltwood lion figure standing on a dark rectangular base with a detailed mane and open mouth.
Antique Carved Lion Figure, English, Giltwood, Decorative Ornament, Mid Georgian
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Mid-Georgian giltwood figures dating from the mid-18th century feature hand-carved wooden substrates coated in gesso layers and finished with gold leaf. These decorative objects frequently incorporate architectural, naturalistic, or heraldic forms such as lions and acanthus leaves.

Craftsmen typically carved the primary form from softwoods like pine or lime wood before applying coats of gesso, a mixture of chalk and animal glue binder. The surface was then finished using water gilding or oil gilding with thin sheets of gold leaf.

Authentic pieces usually demonstrate natural age wear, including fine surface cracking known as craquelure, areas of exposed bole ground beneath the gold leaf, and signs of hand tool marks on the underlying timber base.

A carved giltwood figure acts as a sculptural accent when displayed individually on a stone mantelpiece, dark mahogany sideboard, or integrated within a curation of books on open shelving.

Giltwood surfaces require delicate maintenance using a dry, soft squirrel-hair brush to remove dust without disturbing fragile leaf layers. Water or chemical solvents should be avoided as they dissolve traditional gesso and gilding grounds.
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