Antique Staffordshire Lions with Glass Eyes, Pair c.1890-1910

Two Staffordshire lions with wonderfully individual faces. This antique recumbent pair dates to approximately 1890 to 1910, with original glass eyes and hand-painted burnt-orange, black and green glazes.

Resting against rocky bases, the lions face inward as a matched mantel pair. Their burnt-orange, black and earthy green glazes pick out the hand-finished details, while the original glass eyes give each face its own expression. At approximately 33cm long and 3.2kg each, they make a substantial display on a mantel or sideboard. One pair is available; please read the condition notes and review every photograph before purchase.

Why you'll love it

• The pair faces inward when displayed together.
• Original glass eyes and hand-painted glazes give each lion its expression.
• Their substantial size creates a matched Staffordshire display.

Details and measurements

• Sold as one matched pair, facing inward when displayed together
• Antique Staffordshire pottery, England
• Approximately 1890 to 1910
• Original glass eyes; hand-painted glazed ceramic
• Each approximately 25 cm high × 33 cm long × 14 cm deep
• Weight: 3.2 kg each
• Additional photographs available at hello@fawne.com.au

Condition

Surface wear, glaze variation and age-related marks. One lion has a shallow surface chip and a fine crack underneath the base. It has been displayed in this condition without issues; these areas are not visible when displayed. Priced as is. Please review the photographed damage carefully.

Vintage item notice

Each vintage piece in the Fawne collection has been carefully selected for its character and history. These items may show gentle signs of age, such as light surface wear, small marks, or variations in finish, all considered part of their unique story.

We make every effort to photograph and describe each item clearly. Photos form part of the description. Please review them carefully before purchase.

All vintage items are sold as-found and as-described. We do not offer change-of-mind returns or exchanges, but if your item arrives damaged or significantly different from its description, please contact us at hello@fawne.com.au within 7 days so we can help.

A matched pair with more than a century of character.

Shipping

Australian shipping is included. Packed with care and experience. See our shipping policy for delivery information.