Lot 358
  • 358

A BRONZE 'IMMORTAL AND LION' WATER DROPPER 16TH/17TH CENTURY

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • Bronze
  • 7cm
the long-robed immortal standing at the rear of the larger recumbent beast with its head turned back towards her, the beast with a hole at its neck

Condition

This water dropper is in good condition, with the exception of the missing tip of the left ear. There is wear and minor dents to the surface overall.
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