This 19th-century French gilt bronze billiard table ball return is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, expertly cast in the form of a majestic lion. Its intricate details capture the lion's regal presence, with its mouth cleverly designed to open upon a ball being dropped in the top.
this one has been given a new life, mounted onto a wooden plaque for displaying
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: France
wear consistent with age. crack on back of wood plaque that has been bracketed closed.
This 19th-century French gilt bronze billiard table ball return is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, expertly cast in the form of a majestic lion. Its intricate details capture the lion's regal presence, with its mouth cleverly designed to open upon a ball being dropped in the top.
this one has been given a new life, mounted onto a wooden plaque for displaying
CIRCA: 19th Century
ORIGIN: France
wear consistent with age. crack on back of wood plaque that has been bracketed closed.