GERMAN, 17TH CENTURY | LION ATTACKING A HORSE

Property from a New York State Private Collector
GERMAN, 17TH CENTURY
LION ATTACKING A HORSE

bronze
height 13 ¼ in.; 34.3 cm.
length 24 ½ in.; 62.2 cm.

Condition Report:
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are two large original patches: to the haunches of the horse and to it's neck on the proper left side. There are minor original fissures including to the horse's neck. There is some minor pitting to the bronze consistent with the casting technique. There are various minor lacunae including to the horse's face. There are nicks to the bronze. There is wax to the surface.

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