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English oak rampant lion

Period
1550 - 1600 possibly earlier
Origin
England
Dimensions
W 6 1/6" × H 18 1/4" × D 13 1/2"
Reference
#Marh2291

This piece has been sold. It is shown here for reference in our archive.

Description

English oak carved and polychromed crowned rampant lion.

Provenance: Sir Robin Cooke, Athelhampton House, Dorset

The lion is a common charge in heraldry. It traditionally symbolises courage, nobility, royalty, strength, stateliness and valour, because historically the lion has been regarded as the “king of beasts”.

Curator's Note

Previous Henry VIII box seat… Next Charles II oak press…
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