Refined pair of wooden carved and gilded lions, an expression of 18th-century Venetian Baroque art.
The sculptures depict two facing lions, rendered with remarkable carving quality, particularly in the execution of the manes, which are lively and deeply articulated, and in the solid anatomical structure of the bodies.
The original gilding, still clearly visible, lends luminosity and a strong decorative impact to the whole.
Objects created with an ornamental function, probably intended for furniture decorations or prestigious wooden structures, today ideal as support sculptures for consoles, shelves, or fireplaces.
A work of great decorative charm and historical value, representative of 18th-century Venetian wooden sculpture production.
Technical data:
Period: 18th century
Cultural context: Veneto
Style: Baroque
Material: gilded wood
Subject: lions
Number of pieces: pair
Dimensions: cm 30 x 10 x 30
Condition: good general condition, with signs of aging consistent with age
