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Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Lions on ‘Antico Verde’ Marble Bases.
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,053     $1,143
£900
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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    M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
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Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Lions on ‘Antico Verde’ Marble Bases.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Pair of early C19th Regency period bronze lions on ‘antico verde’ marble bases.

Pair of smaller-scale bronze lion sculptures of opposing design , each depicted in a prone pose their heads raised at differing angles with varying facial expressions.

Each mounted on block plinth bases of green figured ‘antico verde’ marble.

Having an original mellow patination and surface.

H 4”

W 6”

D 3”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Bronze Lion Sculptures to the Regency era.

Independent Date Check ID 09469692
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques DateRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 165-215 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE REGENCY ERA:
Modelled after Antonio Canova's papal monument lions: classic early nineteenth-century Grand Tour subjects.
Rubbing through the patination on raised haunches: wear from handling over desks.
Hand chasing across the manes: manual finishing carried out after casting.
Solid green serpentine marble bases: stone cutting and polishing typical of the early 1800s.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209956
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 264
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Pair of early C19th Regency period bronze lions on ‘antico verde’ marble bases.
“
Pair of smaller-scale bronze lion sculptures of opposing design , each depicted in a prone pose their heads raised at differing angles with varying facial expressions.
M Lees and Sons

Each mounted on block plinth bases of green figured ‘antico verde’ marble.

Having an original mellow patination and surface.

H 4”

W 6”

D 3”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Regency Bronze Lion Sculptures to the Regency era.

Independent Date Report ID 09469692
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques datingRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 165-215 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Regency era:
Modelled after Antonio Canova's papal monument lions: classic early nineteenth-century Grand Tour subjects.
Rubbing through the patination on raised haunches: wear from handling over desks.
Hand chasing across the manes: manual finishing carried out after casting.
Solid green serpentine marble bases: stone cutting and polishing typical of the early 1800s.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209956
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 264
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of early nineteenth-century patinated bronze recumbent lion sculptures resting on rectangular green marble bases.

Pair of Early C19th Regency Period Bronze Lions on ‘Antico Verde’ Marble Bases.

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 368
Items Sold 1,600
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
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A pair of early nineteenth-century patinated bronze recumbent lion sculptures resting on rectangular green marble bases.
Pair of early C19th Regency period bronze lions on ‘antico verde’ marble bases.
Ref: SA1209956
A pair of early nineteenth-century patinated bronze recumbent lion sculptures resting on rectangular green marble bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialBronze, Antico Verde Marble
  • ColourDark Brown, Green
  • MotifsRecumbent lions, Detailed manes, Veined marble bases, Patinated bronze finish
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 15 cm (6 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Regency period bronzes, dating from the early 19th century, reflect Neoclassical and Classical Antiquity influences. Sculptures from this era frequently feature anatomical precision, classical motifs such as recumbent lions or mythological figures, and high-quality lost-wax casting mounted on polished marble plinths.

These items were predominantly crafted from cast bronze with hand-chiselled detailing and patination, mounted onto decorative natural stone bases. Popular stone choices included Antico Verde marble, Belgian black marble, and Siena marble, which provided visual contrast and weight.

Authentic Regency bronzes typically display natural wear patterns, genuine age patina within low-relief areas, and hand-chased surface details. Additionally, examine the underside of the stone base for traditional fixing methods, hand-cut stone edges, and signs of historical assembly using threaded rods or square nuts.

Pairing bronze objects with modern minimalist surfaces or wood finishes creates textural depth within a room. Placing a pair of recumbent bronze lions on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or study desk provides symmetry and brings classical architectural proportion into contemporary spaces.

Clean bronze surfaces using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust, avoiding liquid chemicals or abrasive polishes that strip historical patina. For marble bases, wipe gently with a damp cloth and seal with neutral microcrystalline wax to protect against moisture absorption and staining.
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