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19th Century Carved Lion - 5 Feet Tall
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
for sale €9,945     $10,795
£8,500
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19th Century Carved Lion - 5 Feet Tall

19th century
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A spectacular C19th lifesize carved lion, naturalistically carved in pine, sitting proudly with his flowing mane and open mouth and uplifted tail, with a waxed and stained finish. Fitted with later castors which can be removed.

Good condition

Circa 1860

Dimensions (ins) 61 high x 19.5 wide x 37 deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
155cm (61.02")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Declaration

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Wooden Lion Sculpture to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA492007
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R0213
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Description
A spectacular C19th lifesize carved lion, naturalistically carved in pine, sitting proudly with his flowing mane and open mouth and uplifted tail, with a waxed and stained finish. Fitted with later castors which can be removed.

Good condition

Circa 1860

Dimensions (ins) 61 high x 19.5 wide x 37 deep

Height
155cm (61.02")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Wooden Lion Sculpture to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA492007
Dealers Internal Ref
R0213
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011

Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects

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19th Century Carved Lion - 5 feet tall

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Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07831 653843
Location
5 Fosseway Business Park
Stratford Road
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/garywright
Verified Since Nov 2011
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Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
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A large nineteenth-century carved wooden lion figure shown in a seated posture with an open mouth and detailed mane.
19th Century Carved Lion - 5 feet tall
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A large nineteenth-century carved wooden lion figure shown in a seated posture with an open mouth and detailed mane.
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During the nineteenth century, carved wooden lions were frequently produced as heraldic emblems, architectural accents, and grand decorative accents for estate interiors. Influenced by Victorian Gothic Revival and classical motifs, these figures symbolised strength and noble heritage.

Craftspeople primarily used dense, durable hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, and walnut. Sculptures were hand-carved using specialized gouges and chisels, then finished with natural oils, waxes, or dark varnishes to accentuate the wood grain.

Authentic pieces display hand-tool marks, irregular chiselling, original joinery, and natural shrinkage cracks along the wood grain. The patina should show uneven wear consistent with age, particularly in recessed areas of the carving.

Large carved figures function as architectural anchors in expansive spaces such as foyers, staircases, or open-plan living areas. Placing a substantial timber piece against neutral walls creates texture and visual contrast without visual clutter.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking. Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste annually to nourish the timber and maintain the protective finish.
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