White-Marble Desk Lion

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A white-marble desk lion, squatting with head raised and mouth open, fierce. The white stone is fine and the carving precise ?? a desk display guarding the home. H 9.5 cm.

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White-Marble Desk Lion

Lot 0566

Estimate $1,000-$6,000Oct 11, 2026, 2:30 AM EDT

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October Treasure Art Auction

Oct 11, 2026, 2:30 AM EDT

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