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Large Constanti Lion Sculpture in Copper Lustre Glaze
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Large Constanti Lion Sculpture in Copper Lustre Glaze

19th century
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This is a fine and rare imposing large ceramic sculpture of a recumbent Lion by the Constanti factory dating from around 1860. The Lion is handsomely modelled and has a beautiful lusterous glow to the copper lustre finish. This has the Constanti Factory stamp impressed into the base as photographed. This has a couple of old firing cracks that appear to have happened in the kiln as is often the case with these larger pieces. The Lion is quite solid and stable with a lovely antique colour that is so noticeable in any room setting.

This is substantial in size measuring 58 cms wide 36 cms high by 34 cms deep.

Due to the scale and weight of this piece UK delivery can be arranged with our trusted furniture courier who would charge £55 plus vat to most destinations.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Copper Lustre Lion Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1160213
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This is a fine and rare imposing large ceramic sculpture of a recumbent Lion by the Constanti factory dating from around 1860. The Lion is handsomely modelled and has a beautiful lusterous glow to the copper lustre finish. This has the Constanti Factory stamp impressed into the base as photographed.
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This has a couple of old firing cracks that appear to have happened in the kiln as is often the case with these larger pieces.
Rams Head Antiques

The Lion is quite solid and stable with a lovely antique colour that is so noticeable in any room setting.

fig 1. A ceramic sculpture of a recumbent lion featuring a reflective copper lustre glaze resting on an integral oval base.
fig 1. Large Constanti Lion Sculpture in Copper Lustre Glaze

This is substantial in size measuring 58 cms wide 36 cms high by 34 cms deep.

Due to the scale and weight of this piece UK delivery can be arranged with our trusted furniture courier who would charge £55 plus vat to most destinations.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Copper Lustre Lion Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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A ceramic sculpture of a recumbent lion featuring a reflective copper lustre glaze resting on an integral oval base.
Large Constanti Lion Sculpture In Copper Lustre Glaze
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A ceramic sculpture of a recumbent lion featuring a reflective copper lustre glaze resting on an integral oval base.
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FAQs

Copper lustreware is a type of pottery featuring a thin metallic film applied over a ceramic body, producing an iridescent, copper-toned reflective surface during a specialised reduction firing process.

Traditional lustreware utilizes an earthenware or porcelain body coated with a glaze containing dissolved metallic salts, such as copper or gold oxides, which reduce to a thin metal layer upon firing.

Authentic period pieces typically display hand-painted brushwork or moulded relief details, subtle surface variations under light, unglazed resting bases showing the earthenware body, and signs of age-appropriate wear to the glaze.

Position the sculpture on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table alongside natural wood, dark leather, or brass elements to complement its warm metallic finish.

Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding abrasive cleaning agents, harsh chemical detergents, or prolonged immersion in water which can degrade the thin metallic sheen.
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