{"product_id":"pair-of-weathered-cast-stone-guardian-lions-united-kingdom-mid-20th-century","title":"Pair of Weathered Cast Stone Guardian Lions – United Kingdom, Mid-20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA commanding pair of vintage garden lions, hand-cast in high-density stone and sculpted in the classical Medici tradition. Each lion rests an expressive, heavy-set paw atop a sphere, featuring deep rhythmic mane carving, open roaring jaws, and a powerful architectural silhouette. Decades of exposure to the elements have imparted a deeply authentic surface patina, rich with organic tone, lichen growth, and subtle tonal variation that only time can forge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing inspiration from the 16th-century Italian Medici Lions traditionally placed at entrances to Contact us via our store.. Cast stone architectural accents from this era represent sustainable outdoor heritage, offering timeless materiality that gracefully matures within landscaped settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e— Styling Note —\u003cbr\u003ePosition these majestic guardians symmetrically to flank a grand portico, driveway entrance, or garden gateway. Their bold form and lichen-dappled surface bring immediate structural weight and historical texture to formal gardens, gravel courtyards, or contemporary outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e— Condition —\u003cbr\u003eOriginal vintage condition presenting an exceptional historical patina. Structurally sound, heavy, and robust with natural weathering, moss, and surface lichen consistent with age and outdoor display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e— Specifications —\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: H: 76cm | W: 30cm | D: 73cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Cast Stone (Reconstituted Stone)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaker: Unattributed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Mid-20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn architectural pair of garden lions offering unmatched presence and natural, decades-earned patina for classic or modern landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne pair available. Once sold, this exact weathered patina and organic character cannot be artificially replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eViewing: Available for viewing by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery: Dispatched via specialist antique couriers (blanket-wrapped, fully insured).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e— Delivery —\u003cbr\u003eThis piece ships by furniture courier. Please message before purchase for an exact delivery quote to your postcode. Local pickup from Acton available free.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57502764990839,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/7951\/files\/1790767277605-DSC01792.jpg?v=1790772024","url":"https:\/\/www.erfmann-vintage.co.uk\/products\/pair-of-weathered-cast-stone-guardian-lions-united-kingdom-mid-20th-century","provider":"Erfmann Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}