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Pair of Canova Lion Garden Statues
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Pair of Canova Lion Garden Statues

1900 - 1920
Sold 15 March 2025 · Willows Antiques and Interiors
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Description

A large pair of reconstituted stone Canova lion garden statues of excellent detail.

The lions have obtained a fabulous patina over the time including flaky paint, moss and general weathering from the decades left in the outdoors.

English, circa 1920.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Willows Antiques and Interiors has dated these Canova Lion Garden Statues to the 1920s.

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SA1130373
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Description
A large pair of reconstituted stone Canova lion garden statues of excellent detail.
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The lions have obtained a fabulous patina over the time including flaky paint, moss and general weathering from the decades left in the outdoors.
Willows Antiques and Interiors

English, circa 1920.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Willows Antiques and Interiors has dated these Canova Lion Garden Statues to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130373
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A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Canova Lion Garden Statues

Archive II A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View II
Archive III A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View III
Archive IV A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View IV
Archive V A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View V
Archive VI A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View VI
Archive VII A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View IX
Archive X A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View X
Archive XI A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View XI
Archive XII A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova. View XII
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Willows Antiques and Interiors
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317 Lillie Road
London
SW6 7LL
United Kingdom
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A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova.
Pair of Canova lion garden statues
Ref: SA1130373
A pair of weathered grey stone garden statues depicting reclining lions in the style of Canova.
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  • ObjectGarden Statues
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialCast Stone
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsReclining pose, Detailed mane carving, Crouching posture, Plinth base
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

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Canova-style statues draw inspiration from the neoclassical works of the renowned 18th-century sculptor Antonio Canova, whose designs heavily influenced European garden ornament and monumental statuary.

Traditional garden ornaments are typically crafted from durable materials such as reconstituted stone, cast stone, Portland stone, or hand-carved natural stone designed to withstand outdoor elements.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural weathering, organic moss or lichen accumulation, casting seams appropriate to the period, and a dense, patinated surface texture rather than uniform modern manufacturing finishes.

These pieces can be positioned symmetrically flanking an entrance, placed at the base of formal steps, or integrated into an interior architectural display to provide a classical focal point.

Preservation involves gentle cleaning with low-pressure water and soft brushes to avoid damaging the patina, alongside protecting porous stone from severe frost cracking during winter months.
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