FRENCH, LATE 18TH / EALRY 19TH CENTURY, | Pair of roaring Lions

Surface dirt throughout the surface, notably in the crevices, due to outside exposure. A few chips are visible to the high points in some places and along the edges of the base, consistent with age and handling. Remnants of an old green bronze patina are visible throughout the surface. A few larger losses are visible along the lower edge of the bases. A loss is visible to the paw of the proper right rear leg of one lion. Both upper canine teeth of both lions are missing and a few other teeth are partly missing. The tip of the tail is partly missing on one lion and the other one with a reattached element visible to the back of the tail.
"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."

These lions were modeled after those of the Chateau of Valmer, in Touraine, which has a 16th century park in the Italian style listed as a Historical Monument.