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Prestigious Asiago Biancone Marble High Relief depicting the Lion of St. Mark with a closed Book and sword. The work was completely worked and carved by hand. Provenance Venice, private collection.
The precision, attention to detail, and definition of detail should be noted. The anatomy of the lion is carved with much accuracy (nails, muscles, mane and wings).
Numerous symbolic interpretations are possible regarding the combination of lion, book and sword; in this case, the closed book and sword is popularly believed to symbolize the condition of war.
However, such interpretations are not universally accepted as the Serenissima never codified its symbols represented in an unambiguous way.
Medium in size, well proportioned and of appropriate weight. It can be hung on the wall very easily with the help of some old irons, or it can be placed on top of a plane. Its medium size makes it easy to place, especially inside the home, but also outside.
The item is in excellent condition, completely intact in all its parts.
Lot more unique than rare, of magnificent quality and workmanship, refined and elegant, but at the same time powerful and muscular. Of prestigious and noble workmanship.
Upon request we can also provide irons for assembly.
If shipped, it will be shipped with a sturdy wooden crate and appropriate packaging.
Economical, traceable and secure worldwide shipping.
Pickup at our warehouse also available.
Measurements:
- Width 83 cm
- Length 63 cm
- Thickness 8 cm
Weight about 70/80 kg.
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