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LION OF LUCERNE

• GRAND TOUR BRONZE "LION OF LUCERNE"
  GRAND TOUR BRONZE "LION OF LUCERNE" MEMORIAL STATUE The Lion Monument, or the Lion of Lucerne, (German: Löwendenkmal) is a rock relief in Lucerne, Switzerland, designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844), and hewn in 1820-21 by Lukas Ahorn (1789-1856). It commemorates the Swiss Guards who were massacred in 1792 during the French Revolution, when revolutionaries stormed the Tuileries Palace in Paris. This large high-quality heavy patinated bronze was probably manufactured for wealthy Americans, is marked verso "Rev Susse Frs. Ed-is, Paris", with the inscription on the front as the original reading "Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti MDCCXCII". 9 1/2" x 20" x 6"".
• A Continental Carved Ivory Figure
  A Continental Carved Ivory Figure of the Lion of Lucerne modeled after the Swiss monument the lion depicted wounded and lying on a heap of weapons and a shield with the fleur-de-lis raised on a naturalistic wood base. Width 3 13/16 inches.
• (6) COLLECTION OF TABLE ITEMS, LION
  (6) COLLECTION OF TABLE ITEMS, LION OF LUCERNE(lot of 6) Collection of table items, including: (1) carved wood sculpture of the Lion of Lucerne, after Bertel Thorvaldsen (Danish, 1770-1844), inscribed "Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti" (to the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss); (1) gilt metal letter opener, depicting Joan of Arcadia holding sword, approx 10"l, 3"w; (1) parcel gilt and patinated metal figure, Our Lady of Lourdes, on Gothic style architectural base; (1) small carved wood female bust, approx 2.5"h, 1.75"w; (1) miniature carved wood guitar, with mother of pearl inlay, retaining gilt embossed box; (1) spherical-form gilt metal inkwell, foliate embossed with applied cabochons, hinged lid opening to removable clear glass well, rising on bun feet, lacking several cabochons, one foot replaced; 2lbs total
• AFTER BERTEL THORVALDSEN
  AFTER BERTEL THORVALDSEN (1770-1844) AND LUKAS AHORNAFTER BERTEL THORVALDSEN (1770-1844) AND LUKAS AHORN The Lion of Lucerne , mid-19th century carved wood overall height: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.), dimensions of base: 30 x 8 cm (11 3/4 x 3 1/4 in.) base carved with dedication in Latin HELVETIORUM FIDEI AC VIRTUTI [ To the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss ] CONDITION The wooden sculpture appears in age-appropriate condition. Overall dust and grime visible to the naked eye. Minor wear and rubbing to the wooden corners, tail and haunches. No significant issues to report otherwise. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• SWISS WOOD CARVED LION OF LUCERN
  SWISS WOOD CARVED LION OF LUCERN 19th century, appears unsigned, handcarved pine, depicting a model after the original rock relief Lion Monument located in Lucerne designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen and sculpted by in 1820-1821 by Lukas Ahorn, commemorating the 1792 massacre of the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution. Latin "Vetiorum Fidei Ac Virtuti" ("To the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss") carved inscription to anterior base.
• WOODEN "LION OF LUCERNE"
  WOODEN "LION OF LUCERNE" SCULPTURE Grand Tour Era Wood Carving, a representation of the controversial Swiss sandstone monument in Lucerne honoring the sacrifice of Swiss Guards defending the King of France during the French Revolution; the sculpture depicts a dying lion impaled with a spear, with its paw resting on a shield with the French fleur de lys, with the carved words "Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti" (to the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss) and the Roman numeral date of 1792 below; with a partially legible "Lucerne" paper label affixed to the base, 3 1/4" high, 7 5/8" x 2 5/8". Surface wear.
• SWISS LION OF LUCERNE MONUMENT
  SWISS LION OF LUCERNE MONUMENT CARVED WOOD PANEL Switzerland,C. 1900Relief carving after the Lion of Lucerne rock relief by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844).
• (3) English and Swiss ivories to
  (3) English and Swiss ivories to include carved lion, 5", Lion of Lucerne, 2-7/8"L and Saint Bernard, 3-1/4"L
• VINTAGE CERAMIC FIGURINE OF THE
  VINTAGE CERAMIC FIGURINE OF THE LION OF LUCERNEA molded brown figure inspired by the Lion Monument rock relief in Switzerland. 'Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti' engraved on the front. Dimensions: 8.25"L x 2.75"W x 4"H Condition: Age related wear. As found.
• TWO ANTIQUE LION OF LUCERNE
  TWO ANTIQUE LION OF LUCERNE CARVINGSThe two carvings are after the monumental work commemorating the sacrifice of the Swiss Guards defending the King of France during the French revolution.Each measures 2 x 4.5 x 1.34 inches.Very good condition.Provenance: The collection of Josephine Bird Hall (1888 - 1948) by descent to her son, the present owner. Josephine's father was a founder of Kansas City's Emery, Bird, Thayer Department Store.
• A pair of recumbent lions in dark
  A pair of recumbent lions in dark green marble. 27 cm long.
• Lion Schulman (Dutch, 1851–1942)
  Lion Schulman (Dutch, 1851–1942) Landscape with Cattle and Sheep oil on canvas 29 x 24 1/2 inches
• A blacked plaster figure of a lion,
  A blacked plaster figure of a lion, on rectangular plinth, impressed A Felix Bouré/Bruxelles, 66cm long
• A bronze figure of a standing lion,
  A bronze figure of a standing lion, 45cm long
• LUC JANETZKY (BELGIAN B. 1938) A
  LUC JANETZKY (BELGIAN B. 1938) A PAINTING, "THE LION,"LUC JANETZKY (Belgian b. 1938) A PAINTING, "The Lion," mixed media on paper, signed and dated 78' L/L. 9" x 6 1/2"
• Herbert Dicksee (British 1862-1942)
  Herbert Dicksee (British 1862-1942) "Recumbent Lion by a Lake" 1891 etching and drypoint on paper pencil signed signed in plate sight 18 1/4 in. x 30 1/4 in. matted and framed. Note: This very imposing print is essentially a variant on "The Lion of Lucerne" by Bertel Thorvaldsen (Danish 1768-1844) carved as a memorial (also on the shores of a lake) in 1820-21 to the Swiss Guards of the French Royal Household for their heroic 1792 defense of the Palais des Tuileries Paris.
• BRONZE FIGURAL OF MAN SLAYING
  BRONZE FIGURAL OF MAN SLAYING MOUNTAIN LIONBronze Figural Group of a Man Slaying Mountain Lion , after Hippolyte Moreau, signature inscribed and "6/1689/AL/A. Goldscheider./ED. Paris/Vrai Bronze" foundry stamp on self-base, h. 31 1/2 in., w. 13 1/2 in., d. 12 in Provenance: Estate of Arley D. Cathey II, El Dorado, AR, sold to benefit the University of Chicago.
• A Continental Renaissance Style
  A Continental Renaissance Style Bronze Figure of a Lion cast in a crouching pose. Width 3 5/8 inches.
• BRUNSWICK LION BRONZE
  BRUNSWICK LION BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION: A german small bronze figurine sculpture depicting a replica of the german medieval Brunswick Lion. The Brunswick Lion is a monument and the best known landmark in the German city of Braunschweig (Brunswick). The original monument was created between 1164 and 1176, at the time when the Welf duke Henry the Lion, ruler of both Saxony and Bavaria, took his residence at Braunschweig. The bronze figurine is finished with a nice dark patina and sits atop a stone base. CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: Germany. DIMENSIONS: H: 5 3/8" W: 5 1/2" D: 3". Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
• An Austrian bronze paperweight
  An Austrian bronze paperweight modelled as a lion skin 10cm (4") long a desk seal with stylized boar finial and a snuff box the cover depicting Napoleon
• Frederic Auguste Bartholdi
  Frederic Auguste Bartholdi (1834-1904) "Lion de Belfort". Cast bronze plaquette with brown patina, with the artist's name cast below the lion's paw, and with the word "bronze" with an insignia impressed on one edge, approx. 2-7/8" x 3-7/8" x 1/4" thick.
• Lukas Novotny (Czech/American
  Lukas Novotny (Czech/American 20th Century) Fused and etched glass sculpture with arched top splayed base the clear portion etched with the image of a running lion near a tree the base a combination of various colors and textures of fused glass. Acquired by the current owner from the artist.
• FOUR FELINE CARVINGS. Late 19th and
  FOUR FELINE CARVINGS. Late 19th and 20th centuries. A walnut roaring lion with glass eyes, 8.5"h. 13? w. 4.25"d., an oak reclining wounded lion with shields and weapons, "The Lion Of Lucerne?, 5"h. 10.5"w. 4"d., a plaque of "The Lion of Lucerne?, 5.75"h. 8.25"w., and a carved cat inkstand with glass eyes and ear chip, 3.25"h. 5.5"w. 3.5?d.
• A Katzhutte parian figure of Una
  A Katzhutte parian figure of Una and the Lion, on a rectangular base, 30cm high
• CONTINENTAL LION AND PUTTI CARVED
  CONTINENTAL LION AND PUTTI CARVED WALL MOUNT 19th century, painted relief carving in pine, depicting two lions each with putto at the reins, on either side of a garden plinth, grape and vine motif border with curving shaped edge.
• Bronze Statue of a Lion on black
  Bronze Statue of a Lion on black marble base 14'' after J.L. Gerome.
• A Continental Gilt Bronze Figure
  A Continental Gilt Bronze Figure depicting a reclining man crowned with pine cones upon a draped lion skin rug. Width 12 1/2 inches.
• TIBETAN POLYCHROME SNOW LION PLAQUE
  TIBETAN POLYCHROME SNOW LION PLAQUE Rising Lion with clenched fists and bared teeth, in heavy repoussed copper, 6 1/2" long.
• SWITZERLAND, ZURICH, HALF THALER,
  SWITZERLAND, ZURICH, HALF THALER, 1726, STANDING LION HOLDING SWORD LEFT, REV., CITY VIEW (KM 146), MOUNTED AS PIN BROOCH,,
• SCHOENHUT LION LEPOARD AND ELEPHANT
  SCHOENHUT LION LEPOARD AND ELEPHANT Charming jungle animals Lepoard has glass eyes painted with brown spots over yellow body; Lion has twisted twine tail and detailed facial features together with reduced size Elephant. 7 1/4''- 7 1/2'' l. (Good - VG Cond)
• Country Artists Lioness ''Pride
  Country Artists Lioness ''Pride of Africa'' on Wooden Plinth and a Capo Di Monte Man with Rifle Ammunition (2)
• German Silver Lion of Lucerne
  German Silver Lion of Lucerne Repoussé Small Oval Dish, J.D. Schleissner & Söhne, Hanau, c.1900 length 6 in — 15.2 cm
• LOWENBRAU BEER LIGHT LION
  LOWENBRAU BEER LIGHT LION SCULPTUREA breweriana lamp depicting the Lowenbrau mascot, lion resting on a rock, in acrylic bronze color. The lion is attacked the square lamp base with the brewery logos. The purpose of the lamp is to place a glass bottle beer in the insert in front of the lion. Includes original bulb. Dimensions: 9"L x 9"W x 19"H Manufacturer: Lowenbrau Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age related wear. As found. Tested but function not guaranteed.
• Eight bronze and bronze-type
  Eight bronze and bronze-type animals two lions 2.25"h.x4"l.
• ROMAN SARCOPHAGUS PANEL FRAGMENT
  ROMAN SARCOPHAGUS PANEL FRAGMENT - LION AND DEER**First Time At Auction** Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A stunning marble panel fragment featuring a lively relief image of a lioness pouncing upon a deer. The ungulate leaps forward, but looks back upon her pursuer, who uses her muscular hind legs to spring forward, brushing the posterior of her prey with her sharp claws. Gazing determinedly forward, the ferocious feline displays a rounded snout, furry face, and slightly open mouth, exposing fierce fangs. A carefully sculpted tree frames the right-side of the scene, presenting leafy branches, while a tuft of grass grows just below the deer. Images of lions and prey were quite popular in Roman funerary art and were intended to symbolize the power of death and the triumph of Rome. A beautiful, dynamic image all rendered in light pink marble emitting a warm glow. Size: 17" W x 8" H (43.2 cm x 20.3 cm) In the classical world, lions symbolized power, wealth, and might. They were famously featured in many ancient myths, perhaps the most famous being that of Hercules (Greek Herakles) slaying the Nemean lion for his first labor. The lion's fur was believed to be impenetrable to attacks since according to legend it was made of gold and its claws were far sharper than swords with the power to slice through armor. In the end, Hercules defeated the lion by strangling it and wore its skin. Lions were also favorite iconography for buildings, coins, and statues. Examples include the Lion Gate to the Citadel of Mycenae, the Terrace of the Lions on the island of Delos, and the lion hunt mosaic from Pella featuring Alexander engaged in a lion hunt. Of course, lions were also used in the Roman arenas where they would fight other animals, such as tigers and bears. Provenance: private Montclair, New Jersey, USA collection, purchased at an Antique Show in California in the early 2000s and imported from Spain in the 1990s 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. #178037 Condition: Fragment of a larger piece with losses to peripheries and nicks, chips, and abrasions in areas. Otherwise, very nice with good preservation of detail.
• A Continental Renaissance Style
  A Continental Renaissance Style Bronze Figure of a Lion cast in a crouching pose. Width 3 5/8 inches.