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A Wedgwood Black Basalt Figure of a Lion Couchant
Estimate: $1,000-$1,500
Sold
$750
Timed Auction
Wedgwood and European Ceramics
Location
Philadelphia
Size
Height 5 x width 9 x depth 2 3/4 inches.
Description
A Wedgwood Black Basalt Figure of a Lion Couchant
Late 18th/Early 19th Century
One of a pair of lion figures manufactured by Wedgwood, which are modeled after a pair of Egyptian lion statues installed at the base of the stairs leading to the Campidoglio in Rome; with impressed Wedgwood stamp.
Height 5 x width 9 x depth 2 3/4 inches.
Property from the Collection of Dr. Ellis F. Rubin and Suzanne Borow Rubin
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
Overall with some minor surface dirt; mold lines still visible. Very good condition.
Quantity
1