A few examples of appraisal values for
GRIFFON

• Finely carved architectural
  Finely carved architectural winged griffin holding a shield probably early 20th c. 22''h.x14''w.x22''l.
• SUPERB 19TH C. EUROPEAN GILT
  SUPERB 19TH C. EUROPEAN GILT BRASS GRIFFIN STATUEWestern Europe, England / France, Victorian to Edwardian era, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautiful cast-brass griffin statue with light remains of gold gilding and exceptionally sharp details on the wings! The stately beast sits with wings erect and staring nobly forward with the sinuous tail curled over his haunches. The rear legs have pierced holes and an opening on the base that may have been attached to an architectural element or an andiron. The griffin was a fierce symbol of divine strength. The tradition was long lasting - we know of examples from ancient Iran and Egypt that are from ca. 3000 BCE - and the animal continued to appear in classically-inspired art into the early modern period as symbols of power and protection. According to Graeco-Roman mythology, griffins lived in the Riphaean Mountains of Scythia and guarded rich gold deposits. Size: 9" L x 3" W x 11" H (22.9 cm x 7.6 cm x 27.9 cm) Provenance: private Rancho Mirage, California, USA collection, by inheritance in 2020; ex-Dr. TDR Berreth, California, USA, acquired before 1982 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #178934 Condition: Felt pads added to feet for stability. Some rubbing and softening to cast details and surface nicks, but intact overall excellent. Beautiful patina across surface and remains of gilt.
• A lead mount in the form of a
  A lead mount in the form of a griffin, 13.5cm high, a draughtsman's ebony rule and a few sundries
• Regal Pair of Continental
  Regal Pair of Continental Gilt-Brass "Griffin" Chenets, in the Beaux-Arts style, first quarter 20th century, the rampant griffins supported on bold facing scrolls and tied by a spiral-ribbed fender rod centered with a dolphin-surmounted cartouche, h. 19", w. 9", d. 23".
• Boris Riab (French/Russian,
  Boris Riab (French/Russian, 1898-1975) Wirehaired Pointing Griffon with Pheasant, signed lower left "B. Riab", watercolor on paper, unframed, 13-3/4 x 19-7/8 in.,
• A pair of composite stone figures
  A pair of composite stone figures of seated griffins, 76cm high and a smaller pair modelled crouching/Provenance: The Estate of Anthony J Beeson
• VERY LARGE PAIR TERRACOTTA
  VERY LARGE PAIR TERRACOTTA ARCHITECTURAL GRIFFINS19th/20th century, each seated winged griffin depicted with open mouth, resting on a rectangular plinth, 44-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 23 in. Provenance: Collection of the Birmingham Museum of Art, sold to benefit the Decorative Arts Acquisition Fund Condition: extensive damage throughout, with areas of discoloration and old repair, three wings off but present, large cracks at plinths and other damages
• HEREND HUNGARY FIGURE, HUSSAR
  HEREND HUNGARY FIGURE, HUSSAR SOLDIER RIDING GRIFFIN #5...Striking vintage figure of a Hussar riding on a griffin. Issued: 20th c. Dimensions: 8.5"H Manufacturer: Herend Porcelain Country of Origin: Hungary
• Boris Riab (French/Russian,
  Boris Riab (French/Russian, 1898-1975) Portrait of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon with Duck, signed lower left "B. Riab", watercolor on paper, unframed, 19 x 13-7/8 in.,
• Boris Riab (French/Russian,
  Boris Riab (French/Russian, 1898-1975) Two bird dog watercolors: Wire-haired Pointing Griffon with a Pheasant, matted, hinged in at top, toning; Black Spaniel with Woodcock, signed lower left "B. Riab": on cream paper, unframed, stains, foxing, toning, each 19 x 13-7/8 in.
• BELLEEK WINGED GRIFFIN, ON SHELL
  BELLEEK WINGED GRIFFIN, ON SHELL RESTING ON SHELLS, ORA...Belleek Winged Griffin, on shell resting on shells, orange painted coral, black mark on bottom, height 7 1/2 inches. Provenance: Collections of Norma Reilly, New Jersey. Condition: All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
• FRENCH TERRA COTTA GRIFFON SIGNED
  FRENCH TERRA COTTA GRIFFON SIGNED ''VIREBENT'' h:50 w:42 d:24 in. Provenance: found on an estate outside of Paris Other Notes: DHS
• PAIR OF FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL
  PAIR OF FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL BRONZE GUERIDONSPair of French Neoclassical Bronze Gueridons , inset fossilized black marble top, conforming stretcher shelf, incurvate legs surmounted by eagle's heads, ending in claw feet, h. 29 1/2 in., w. 32 in., d. 32 in
• A French Gilt Bronze and
  A French Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamel Box late 19th c. in the Neo-Grec taste stylized griffin monopodial supports F. Barbedienne foundry stamp height 6 1/8 in.
• After Jules Moigniez (French,
  After Jules Moigniez (French, 1835-1894), large patinated bronze group of a fierce falcon taking flight with its prey of a deceased pigeon, presented on a disc base of satin-polished verde antico marble with an engraved brass title plaque, h. 24-3/4", w. 18".
• PAIR 19TH C. ITALIAN GILTWOOD
  PAIR 19TH C. ITALIAN GILTWOOD GRIFFIN ORNAMENTS Pair of Italian giltwood ornaments, 19th century, modeled as recumbent griffins, on faux stone painted bases, apparently unmarked. Approximate dimensions: h. 11.25", w. 10", d. 1.25".
• FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL-STYLE BRONZE
  FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL-STYLE BRONZE GUERIDONSPair of French Neoclassical-Style Bronze Gueridons, inset black marble top, phoenix head mounts, circular medial shelf, tripartite stretcher centered by a floral medallion, zoomorphic bird feet, h. 29 in., dia. 31 in.
• SILVER GRIFFIN PINSilver Griffin
  SILVER GRIFFIN PINSilver Griffin Pin
• (2) ITALIAN CARVED GRIFFIN
  (2) ITALIAN CARVED GRIFFIN ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS(pair) Italian carved wood architectural elements, modeled as winged griffins with serpent's tail, approx 10"h, 6"w, 9"d, 3lbs total
• LUDWIG GRAEFNER (GERMAN, 1862 -
  LUDWIG GRAEFNER (GERMAN, 1862 - 1939) "THE FALCONER" Bronze on a marble base.
• LUDWIG GRAEFNER BRONZE SCULPTURE,
  LUDWIG GRAEFNER BRONZE SCULPTURE, THE FALCONERLudwig Graefner (Germany, 1862-1939) bronze sculpture titled "The Falconer" depicting a lithe man dressed in an animal pelt loin cloth hoisting a slain falcon above his head, extending its wings, and standing barefoot on a naturalistic base with rocky terrain; mounted to an irregular hexagonal marble pedestal. Signed "Graefner fec" to base between feet. 23" H x 23 1/2" W x 11" D. Weight: 49 lbs. Condition: Overall excellent condition. Base with scattered surface wear to top from slightly loose fitting of sculpture, including loss measuring 7/8" x 1/4"; scattered natural fissures.
• WEDGWOOD BLACK BASALT SCULPTURE,
  WEDGWOOD BLACK BASALT SCULPTURE, THE GRIFFINRare figure of the Griffin, the guardian of treasures and priceless possessions, seated in resting position with stretched open wings. Wedgwood impressed to base. Issued: 19th c. Dimensions: 3.75"L x 6.75"W x 12.25"H Manufacturer: Wedgwood Country of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.
• (2) CARVED MAHOGANY GRIFFIN
  (2) CARVED MAHOGANY GRIFFIN ARCHITECTURALS(lot of 2) Carved mahogany figural griffin architectural elements, depicted seated with upraised wings, having single front and back leg, approx 39"h, 21"w, 4.75"d; 48lbs total
• PAIR CARVED WOOD GRIFFIN
  PAIR CARVED WOOD GRIFFIN ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTSContinental/British, 19th/early 20th century, relief carved panels in the form of two opposing seated griffins with scrollwork embellishments, each approximately 14-1/8 x 21-1/2 x 3 in. (depth including metal ring attachment verso - 4 in.) Provenance: Estate of Brock Arms, Flat Rock, North Carolina Condition: surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered bumps and scratches throughout, each with two holes verso (possibly from previous mounting); one with break and repair to wing section, probable break and repair to top of head and ear, crack and separation at scroll section near tail; one with small chip to lower right scroll section
• FRENCH EMPIRE STYLE CHENETS WITH
  FRENCH EMPIRE STYLE CHENETS WITH GRIFFINS Late 19th century. Gilt bronze marked 'V.B.'
• PAIR OF FRENCH BRASS GRIFFIN
  PAIR OF FRENCH BRASS GRIFFIN CHENETSPair of French brass griffin chenets, 11 1/2"h Condition: Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.
• PORTRAIT PAINTING OF A EUROPEAN
  PORTRAIT PAINTING OF A EUROPEAN NOBLEMAN, FULL LENGTHContinental school, possibly Spanish, oil on canvas life-sized portrait of a nobleman depicted standing full length in an interior setting against a draped background and red carpet. The subject has grey hair and facial hair and is attired in an ermine-trimmed embroidered short cloak or cape emblazoned with a red Crusaders or Templar cross, an ornate gold livery collar or chain of office around his upper shoulders with central griffin, black leather pants and boots, with his right hand on a short sword and his left hand resting on the handle of a sword visible at his hip. Housed in a modern carved gilt Hudson River style frame from Bennett Galleries, Knoxville. First quarter of 19th century or earlier. Sight: 81 1/2" H x 35 1/2" W. Framed: 92" H x 45 1/2" W. Note: The gold livery collar is similar to those conferred to the Chivalric Order the Jar/Griffin, founded by Ferdinand I of Aragon in 1403. The jar of lilies links symbolize the Virgin Mary while the griffin can be interpreted as a symbol of war against the infidel. This painting may depict Ferdinand I or one of his Castilian descendants as the original Crest of Castile and Leon featured a golden griffin. This crest fell out of use in the 15th century as the griffin was replaced by a lion. Condition: Painting is in overall good condition with areas of retouch and later varnishing visible throughout under UV light inspection, primarily to the background. Canvas is lined, and stretcher appears to be contemporary.
• TWO ORNITHOLOGICAL ENGRAVINGS OF
  TWO ORNITHOLOGICAL ENGRAVINGS OF WHITE OWL AND TWO GRIFFON, FRAMED, LARGER: 17 X 24 1/2 IN. (43.18 X 62.23 CM.)Two Ornithological Engravings of White Owl and Two Griffon, Framed,, Dimensions: Larger: 17 x 24 1/2 in. (43.18 x 62.23 cm.)
• ROMAN IMPERIAL FINELY CARVED MARBLE
  ROMAN IMPERIAL FINELY CARVED MARBLE GRIFFIN HEADRoman carved marble griffin head, Imperial Period (27 B.C. to A.D. 476), with finely realized features, including slightly open avian beak, textured mane, on later display base, loss and restoration, accompanied by photocopy of letter of provenance, approx 10.5"h, on base: approx 12.75"h, 19.75lbs **Provenance: acquired in 1906 in Greece by A. Nascou (great-grand daughter) who purchased them from Mr. A.T. Gaines and exported them from Greece around 1935**.
• *A French Painted Armorial Crest
  *A French Painted Armorial Crest incorporating various elements including an arm holding a feather crowns and a figure riding a winged pegasus bearing a six-line inscription to the lower register oil on canvas framed. 15 1/2 x 11 inches.
• FRANC GORSE (SLOVENIAN):
  FRANC GORSE (SLOVENIAN): WALNUTISTIC DRAGONFranc Gorse, Walnutistic dragon sculpture. [33 x 31 x 10 inches].
• R.F. GAULIN, FOX TERRIER, RED AND
  R.F. GAULIN, FOX TERRIER, RED AND BLACK GRAPHITE ON PAPER, FRAME: 18 1/2 X 14 1/4 IN. (47 X 36.2 CM.)R.F. Gaulin, Fox Terrier, Red and Black Graphite on Paper,, Dimensions: Frame: 18 1/2 x 14 1/4 in. (47 x 36.2 cm.)
• AFTER ANDRE LAGARRIGUE (FRENCH,
  AFTER ANDRE LAGARRIGUE (FRENCH, 1886-1980)After Andre Lagarrigue (French, 1886-1980) "Griffons Bruxellois", decorative reproduction digital print, signed in plate lower left, 4 1/2 in. x 6 1/8 in., framed. Condition: Overall fair condition. Ext. Frame: 11 1/4 in. x 11 7/8 in. x 1 in.
• MURANO ART GLASS GRIFFON LION OF ST
  MURANO ART GLASS GRIFFON LION OF ST MARKVenetian glass winged Lion of St. Mark figure, probably Murano. Modeled as a winged lion with its paw resting on a book in colorless glass with gold leaf flecks. No makers label or mark. 8 3/4" tall x 12" long x 5 1/4" wide. Excellent condition wi shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• A Three Panel Floor Screen having
  A Three Panel Floor Screen having carved vine and acorn border with a griffin on top and four carved cartouches. Height 86 1/2 inches.
• GILBERT POILLERAT (AFTER), GILT
  GILBERT POILLERAT (AFTER), GILT BRONZE GUERIDON 20th c., France, round breche rose marble, inset within band gilt bronze rim, raised on three outward sweeping legs topped with a griffin head and ending in paw foot, joined by dark patinated bronze X-strechers, 27"h x 14"dia