C. 1880, Pair of Alabaster Lions - After Antonio Canova (Italian).
 
Pair of Grand Tour carved alabaster sleeping lions after the originals by Antonio Canova (1757-1822) for the tomb of Pope Clement XIII, St.Peter's Bascilia, Rome 1792.
 
** These are original examples not later copies.
 
CONDITION:

No major cracks or chips. Stunning antique patina.
 
PROVENANCE:
 
Purchased from a private collection of a Gentleman in Napoli, Italy.