Antonio Canova (1757-1822, after): A pair of reclining lions, brown patinated bronze, 20th C.

H 19 - L 38 - D 18 cm

The famous lions by Antonio Canova are marble figures sculpted in 1792 that adorn the tomb of Pope Clement XIII in St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. They are known as symbols of papal power and virtues (link).