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132 - Spectacular sculptural marble column base featuring a pair o…
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Estimate €16,000 - €20,000
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Spectacular sculptural marble column base featuring a pair of reclining lions, Italy, Venice, 18th century Carved marble. Dimensions: 50 × 65 × 40 cm. A magnificent sculptural base in marble depicting a pair of facing lions with their bodies joined, likely intended as a support for a holy water font, a decorative capital, or some other monumental architectural element. From a private collection in Venice, the piece stands out for the extraordinary quality of its carving, the beauty of the marble’s natural veining, and the elegant patina acquired over time. The composition, with its powerful sculptural presence, demonstrates an excellent anatomical study of the felines, featuring vigorous modelling and meticulous rendering of the musculature, manes and facial features, which lend dynamism and monumentality to the whole. Its unique iconography and refined execution make this work a visually striking piece, ideal for interiors as well as gardens, courtyards or other outdoor architectural spaces. Owing to its artistic quality, excellent state of preservation and scarcity on the market, this piece is an exceptional example of Italian decorative sculpture inspired by historical models. It is in excellent overall condition and is completely intact. This lot is held in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export licence from the country of origin may be required.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION | OLD MASTERS, HAUTE ÉPOQUE & FINE JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/28/2026 at 4:00 PM
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