A large and rare pair of 19th Century Medici lions in carved wood, at opposing stances with heads turned to sinister and dexter, with one paw on a ball. Good colour and surface. Circa 1830. In good condition with  no breaks or repairs, and rich built up surface. Price includes free delivery throughout the UK.30 3/4'' wide x 9.5'' deep x 21'' highThe Medici lions are a pair of marble sculptures of lions, one of which is Roman, dating to the 2nd century AD, and the other a 16th-century pendant; by 1598 both were placed at the Villa Medici, Rome. Since 1789 they have been displayed at the Loggia dei Lanzi in Florence.Jake has been supplying the London Trade and Interior Designer market with quality antiques since 2010. Jake has worked closely with his clients over these years and, due to the recent changing times and opportunities in the market, has decided to step out of the shadows to reach a wider audience with his new website. With items ranging from C17th to C20th in Engl...