17,463  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY 51  ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAY NEW ARRIVALS
Sort Order
Items Per Page
ID #SA1216378
FOR SALE
£2,650
Email
Save
A Large Pair of Italian Hand Sculpted Terracotta Lions C1910
Robert Belcher Antiques
for sale €3,101     $3,366
£2,650
Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jul 2017
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.
Id #SA1216378
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A Large Pair of Italian Hand Sculpted Terracotta Lions C1910

1900 - 1920
Description

This superb pair of hand sculpted terracotta garden or house lions dates to circa 1910.

They are large and well modelled in heavy well structured terracotta, which is in excellent condition with a lovely, aged surface which has developed over the years to a most pleasing patina.

The fine detailing of both lions is slightly different, showing the artistry of the sculptor.

This large and impressive pair of classical lions is very decorative and would have great eye appeal and complement any home or location.

Italian circa 1910

Height 47cm x width 50cm x depth 30cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Italian Terracotta Garden Lions to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1216378
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This superb pair of hand sculpted terracotta garden or house lions dates to circa 1910.
They are large and well modelled in heavy well structured terracotta, which is in excellent condition with a lovely, aged surface which has developed over the years to a most pleasing patina.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination.
fig 1. A Large Pair of Italian Hand Sculpted Terracotta Lions C1910

The fine detailing of both lions is slightly different, showing the artistry of the sculptor.

This large and impressive pair of classical lions is very decorative and would have great eye appeal and complement any home or location.

Italian circa 1910

Height 47cm x width 50cm x depth 30cm

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Italian Terracotta Garden Lions to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216378
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Belcher Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination.
1 / 14
Archive I A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination.

A Large Pair of Italian Hand Sculpted Terracotta Lions C1910

Archive II A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View II
Archive III A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View III
Archive IV A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View IV
Archive V A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View V
Archive VI A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View VI
Archive VII A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View IX
Archive X A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View X
Archive XI A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View XI
Archive XII A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View XIII
Archive XIV A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination. View XIV
Enlarged Archival View
Location
Worcestershire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Verified Since Jul 2017
Items For Sale 403
Items Sold 672
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Verified Since Jul 2017
View Dealer Info
Location: Worcestershire, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Verified
Jul 2017
For Sale
403
Sold
672
A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination.
A large pair of Italian hand sculpted terracotta lions C1910
Ref: SA1216378
A pair of hand-sculpted Italian terracotta seated lions with weathered patination.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Detail View 13
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Terracotta sculptures have been produced in Italy since antiquity, with a resurgence in popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries for country house gardens and entranceways. Lions traditionally represent guardianship and strength in European architectural design.

Statues from this era were typically hand-modelled or cast in natural clay moulds, pressed by hand, and fired at high temperatures to ensure durability against outdoor elements.

Authentic period pieces show natural surface weathering, lichen or moss accumulation, tool marks from hand-finishing, and subtle variations in colour caused by historical kiln firing techniques.

Position them flanking an entryway, garden path, or patio threshold to create symmetrical structure, or place them indoors in a conservatory or hallway as dramatic architectural focal points.

Protect terracotta from severe frost by placing statues on raised stone plinths to prevent moisture absorption from the ground, and brush gently with soft bristles to clean without stripping natural patina.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories