Antique Continental Carved and Giltwood Lion

19th century, carved from a single wood piece, the lion in repose with wide eyed expression, ochre painted body with gilt mane, resting on a rectangular umber painted base.

7 1/2 x 15 x 9 in.

The Caroline Faison Antiques Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina

Rubbing to gilt and paint, some minor shrinkage cracks and hairlines.