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Description: | A complete medieval cast copper-alloy lion-shaped candlestick foot. The object probably dates to the 15th century AD. The object has been cast in one piece. The lion is depicted in an upright sitting position (sejant). Incised lines have been carved to make two almond-shaped eyes. Other incisions have been made to represent the hair and mane and also to add details such as the nose and feet. The back of the lion is undecorated. There is a protruding square fitting at the back of the object which would have connected the lion to the candlestick. A similar object, with a similar style and fitting was found on a complete medieval candlestick from Leiden. Similar objects can also be seen in Michaelis, R.F. 1999. Old Domestic Base-Metal Candlesticks from the 13th to 19th Century. The lion measures 55.08mm in height, 17.31mm in width and is 20.03mm thick. The base of the lion is 24.44mm x 18.41mm. The protruding fitting measures 17.94mm by 17.81mm. The object weighs 125g. The object is in good condition.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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