Antique Golden Lion Keystone Sculpture with Opal Glass Eyes

Made of hand-carved wood & metal, this 19th century Lion keystone sculpture is as striking as it is rare. With jaws open wide in warning and fierce opal glass eyes, this ferocious beast is ready to protect its next owner and dazzle their friends.

Similar to the Roman Eagle, the Lion was one of the most important symbols of the Roman Empire so named by the likes of Julius Caesar. The Lion is also found in Macedonian, Persian, Hellenistic, and ancient Greek architecture and sculpture.