Antique Wood Carving 18th century Italian Renaissance style Cyrus Kills Griffin
USD 355.00 USD
Specifications
| Size Type/Largest Dimension | Medium (Up to 30in.) |
| Type | Sculptures & Carvings |
| Listed By | Dealer or Reseller |
| Color | Medium Wood Tone |
| Date Of Creation | Pre-1800 |
| Original/Reproduction | Original |
| Material | Wood |
| Region Of Origin | Italy |
| Country Of Origin | Italy |
Beautiful hand carved wooden plaque bearing the carved letters in Italian "CIRO UCCIDE UN GRIFO," translating as "Cyrus Slays a Griffin.". Shows the Persian hero Cyrus the Great in profile driving a sword into a mortally wounded winged griffin in high relief, with a lion's head, eagle's body and serpent-like tail.
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