French Art Deco Figural Bronze Lion Statue
Ghanu H. Gantcheff, Marcel Guillemard foundry
Circa 1920's, France

 

Sleek, large Art Deco period bronze statue, depicting a young roaring lion.
Resting on the original black marble base. Polished finish with patina in the details.
Created by Russian/Bulgarian sculptor Ghanu H. Gantcheff, created at Marcel Guillemard's foundry.

Signed on the lower back paw, near the tail, please see photo below.
A large scale and very heavy statue, ideal to grace a large credenza, server or buffet.
The low profile makes this easy to place on an entertainment cabinet
so that it will not interfere with a wall mounted flat TV.

Gantcheff was schooled in Paris and worked in the early 20th century (until his death in 1950).
He specialized in human and animal figures.
We also have a male warrior/archer statue by Gantcheff available.

Dimensions: 29 5/8" wide, 12" high, 5" deep (base).

Condition: The statue is in excellent condition, showing minor age appropriate wear and patina.
This appears to have been polished by a previous owner in recent years.
The marble base has flea bites consistent with age and can be repaired upon request.

Item # DAS66: Price: $ 8,500.
 

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