A Pair of Impressive Bronze Winged Lions

20th century, cast bronze with extensive verdigris patina from outdoor exposure, each lion is raised upon a rectangular plinth.

49 x 46 x 33 in. (wing span)

From the Collection of a Gentleman, Florida

The winged lion was a mythological symbol in ancient Sumeria and Persia, and is presently the symbol of the City of Venice.

Original negligible casting flaws.

$1,000 - 3,000