Lot 174
  • 174

A pair of composite stone gate post heraldic finials, 20th century

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • Cast composite Stone (concrete)
  • each approximately 84cm. high; 2ft. 9in.
each in the form of a lion's head surmounting a coronet

Provenance

Acquired by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire (1920-2014) for the West Garden at Chatsworth

Condition

Very decorative. Chips to the cast concrete. Losses to some details These modern casts are decorative and should be regarded as such; as modern and fun garden elements rather than serious pieces of sculpture to augment an academic collection.
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