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A large Black Forest model of the Lion of Lucerne dated 1867

Black Forest
Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
A large Black Forest model of the Lion of Lucerne dated 1867, after Bertel Thorvaldsen, carved from stained linden wood, the dying lion depicted beside two circular shields and an axe carved with crosses and fleurs de lys, set on a stepped base, extensively inscribed, and with sculptor’s name and date.

Footnote: For a drawing and a similar example see Arenski, Daniels and Daniels, ‘Swiss Carvings, The Art of the ‘Black Forest’ 1820-1940’ Woodbridge 2005; p98, pl 146-147. The Lion of Lucerne was created by Bertel Thorvaldsen as the memorial for the members of the Swiss Guard who were killed defending the royal family during the French revolution in 1792.

More Information

In the Style of:	Bertel Thorvaldsen
Origin:	Switzerland
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Black Forest Wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1867
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	543318

Dimensions

W.	38 in;	H.	18 in;	D.	20.5 in;
W.	96.52 cm;	H.	45.72 cm;	D.	52.07 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques was established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s. Having grown up in the Antiques world Charles developed an extensive wealth of knowledge. Starting out as a ‘man with a van’ he quickly gained a good reputation and embarked on a longstanding relationship with Harrods. He was later joined by his wife, Caroline Wallrock. Caroline having completed a Persian degree, went on to study at Christie’s fine art and then joined Sotheby’s specializing in Islamic and Japanese works of art