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Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm
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Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm

1900 - 1920
Sold 26 March 2026 · Lee Sherman Antiques
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Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900, possibly earlier.

A striking pair of antique hand-carved wooden lion brackets, dating to around circa 1900, beautifully sculpted from solid hardwood, possibly mahogany.

These impressive architectural lion supports are carved from single blocks of wood and display wonderful craftsmanship and character. Each lion is powerfully modelled with expressive features and flowing manes, creating a bold decorative statement.

Large and substantial, they would make superb shelf supports, architectural corbels, or decorative wall brackets. They could equally be displayed as standalone decorative carvings, adding a strong classical or heritage interior design element to a room.

The wood has developed a rich, warm colour and patina over time, enhancing the depth and detail of the carving and giving the pair a wonderful period presence.

Highly decorative and versatile, these antique carved lion brackets would suit both traditional and eclectic interiors, and would be particularly striking in a library, study, hallway, or living space.

Condition

Presented in very good antique condition, with attractive age-related patina. Please refer to the photographs for further details.

Dimensions (each)

Height: 45 cm

Depth: 17 cm

Width: 12 cm

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated these Carved Wooden Lion Corbels to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1201306
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Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900, possibly earlier.
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A striking pair of antique hand-carved wooden lion brackets, dating to around circa 1900, beautifully sculpted from solid hardwood, possibly mahogany.
Lee Sherman Antiques
fig 1. Two dark brown carved wooden corbels featuring detailed lion faces and acanthus leaf capitals.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm

These impressive architectural lion supports are carved from single blocks of wood and display wonderful craftsmanship and character. Each lion is powerfully modelled with expressive features and flowing manes, creating a bold decorative statement.

fig 2. Two dark brown carved wooden corbels featuring detailed lion faces and acanthus leaf capitals.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm

Large and substantial, they would make superb shelf supports, architectural corbels, or decorative wall brackets. They could equally be displayed as standalone decorative carvings, adding a strong classical or heritage interior design element to a room.

fig 3. Two dark brown carved wooden corbels featuring detailed lion faces and acanthus leaf capitals.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm

The wood has developed a rich, warm colour and patina over time, enhancing the depth and detail of the carving and giving the pair a wonderful period presence.

Highly decorative and versatile, these antique carved lion brackets would suit both traditional and eclectic interiors, and would be particularly striking in a library, study, hallway, or living space.

Condition

Presented in very good antique condition, with attractive age-related patina. Please refer to the photographs for further details.

Dimensions (each)

Height: 45 cm

Depth: 17 cm

Width: 12 cm

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated these Carved Wooden Lion Corbels to the 1900s.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201306
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Two dark brown carved wooden corbels featuring detailed lion faces and acanthus leaf capitals.
Pair of Antique Carved Wooden Lion Brackets / Shelf Supports – Large Architectural Corbels – Circa 1900 45cm
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialHardwood
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsLion masks, Acanthus leaf capitals, Scrollwork
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

Corbels have been used since antiquity as structural or decorative masonry and timber projections to support loads above, evolving into highly ornate carved features during the Gothic, Renaissance, and Victorian periods.

Traditional corbels were hand-carved from dense hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany using chisel and gouge techniques, often featuring mortise and tenon joints or heavy mounting screws for structural load-bearing.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-tool marks, natural timber oxidisation, shrinkage cracks, and wear patterns consistent with age, distinguishing them from modern resin or machine-routed reproductions.

They can be mounted on walls to support floating mantelpieces, used as bookends, or displayed purely as sculptural wall art to introduce texture and historical character to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood without stripping the aged patina or historic finish.
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