Chatsworth Lions pair

The Chatsworth Lions, a pair.

The famous marble Lions were originally made by the sculptor Antonio Canova for the Rezzonico monument in St. Peters, Rome.  

They were then commissioned by the 6^th Duke of Devonshire in 1823, for Chatsworth House, England. 

The sleeping Lion was made by Rinaldo Rinaldi. 

The Crouching Lion was made by Francesco Benaglia, each weighing 3.5 tonnes each.

Sculptured Arts are the official sculpture supplier to Chatsworth House, England.

Size.

31 cm long x 10 cm wide

15 cm tall.