Pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples brocade 5" Width 41

5" Width 41

Main annulus supporting the light arms joined by faceted to upper ring

5” diam base

Has an old Christie’s label dating piece 1783-1790

Finely detailed

Pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples brocade 5" Width 41A striking pair of late 18th century terracotta lions from Naples, retaining their original polychrome. Expressively modeled with bold manes and stylized faces, they reflect the theatricality of Southern Italian Baroque sculpture. Mounted on original painted plinths, with appealing surface wear from age and exposure. Rare at this scale and condition. Dimensions: Height 33 Width 13 Depth 22