Vintage paired sculptures "Lions". Made of bronze and covered with a noble patina. High-quality elaboration of all anatomical features: the curves of the muscular body, the position of the jaws, the mane and even the texture of the fur. Europe, 20th century.

The lion is a symbol with a centuries-old history. Nobility, courage, greatness and strength, all these are the characteristics that accompany the image of this animal. The lion is the personification of the sun itself, primarily due to its golden color and bright mane, a symbol of royal power, wisdom. Since ancient times, various images and figures of lions have been especially popular among different peoples of the world. Sculptures of animals became the decoration of majestic palaces and buildings. The ancient Romans often installed sculptures of these mighty predators in their cities, near villas, palaces, in parks, and near fountains. The fashion for sculptures of the king of beasts came to Russia from Europe in the 17th century. During the reign of Peter the Great, the facades of palaces, public buildings and park squares in St. Petersburg and the provinces began to be decorated with sculptures of lions.