Belle paire de lions tenant un écusson France, début du XVIIIe siècle

deux lions sur une terrasse ornée de fleurs et de feuillages, posant la patte sur des écussons de style rocaille

Lion de gauche : Bon état général avec usure et érosion sur la surface dus à l'exposition aux intempéries. Une partie de la queue manquante, manques sur la bordure de la terrasse; mousse et poussière sur la surface. Lion de droite : Quelques manques sur la bordure de la terrasse, usure à la surface due aux intempéries ; lion on the left hand side : the tip of tail partly missing, losses to the edge of the terrace lion on the right hand side : Minor losses to the edge of the terrace. Surface appaears to be weathered due to outside exposure, consistent with the age and handling. Overall good condition with weathering and moss to the surface due to outside exposure, and surface dirt in the crevices.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Ces deux lions devaient être placés à l'entrée d'une propriété. Le regard offensif, la crinière proéminente, le corps en mouvement, ils défient le visiteur, l'écusson indiquant leur commanditaire