{"product_id":"lion-antique-staffordshire-lion-figure-english-pottery-mantel-ornament-9-wide","title":"RESERVED - LION - Antique Staffordshire Lion Figure | English Pottery Mantel Ornament | 9” Wide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless symbol of strength and nobility, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique Staffordshire lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings classic English character to any well-collected home. Modeled in the traditional standing pose with a richly hand-painted auburn mane, expressive features, and cream-colored body, this handsome figure reflects the enduring craftsmanship that made Victorian Staffordshire pottery beloved around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally created as decorative mantel ornaments during the 19th century, Staffordshire animal figures remain highly sought after for their charm, history, and ability to add warmth and personality to bookshelves, libraries, and layered interiors. This lion is especially striking styled atop a stack of antique books, flanking a fireplace, or incorporated into a traditional English-inspired vignette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figure displays a wonderful aged patina with attractive crazing throughout, consistent with its age. It has an old professional repair to the tail, which is stable and does not detract from its beautiful presentation when displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Staffordshire pottery lion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-painted cream body with auburn mane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian English mantel ornament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMeasures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9” W × 7” H × 3” D\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique condition with age-appropriate crazing throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally repaired tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Repair is secure and reflected in the price. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful decorative accent for collectors of Staffordshire pottery, English country house décor, libraries, equestrian collections, or traditional interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lillian Grey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45615741239503,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/A3C2ACB8-4D10-4306-9D5A-B65A223EAE90.jpg?v=1784667261","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/it\/products\/lion-antique-staffordshire-lion-figure-english-pottery-mantel-ornament-9-wide","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}