Lion Monument of Lucerne designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884) Switzerland commemorative plaque, carved wood 19th century

Lot #257 - Lion Monument of Lucerne designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884) Switzerland commemorative plaque, carved wood 19th century

Auction House:

Leski Auctions
Sale Name:

Decorative Art & Collectables
Sale Date:

03 Mar 2019 ~ 12noon (AEDT)
Lot #:

257
Lot Description:

Lion Monument of Lucerne designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884) Switzerland commemorative plaque, carved wood 19th century
the Latin inscription HELVETIORUM FIDEI AC VIRTUTI means "To the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss" referring to the Swiss Guard soldiers who died trying to protect the French Royal family at Tuileries castle in Paris on August 10, 1792.
58 x 55cm
Estimate:

A$400 - 600
Realised Price:

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Category:

Furniture

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.