Antique Lions Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand, 1890s

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Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand Just a wonderful antique lion’s head in heavy cast iron … Read more Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand Just a wonderful antique lion’s head in heavy cast iron on a later stand. The lion most probably used to be a door ornament or door knocker - hence the two holes on either side of the lion’s mouth. Beautiful naive and detailed artifact with a very nice and decorative appearance. Great polychrome colors and fading, a perfect patina. Wonderful on a sideboard or on display in a collection of curiosities. The stand and mounting is very well done, completely in line with the patina and soul of the object itself. See less