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French Late 19th C Large Anthropomorphic Pencil Drawing of Lion 1886 Taxidermy

About the Item

A rather odd pencil on paper drawing of a lion, particularly well penned with human like facial features, sign and dated 1886 Housed in a period ebonised and glazed frame, some age related nibbles, foxing, creases and some very minor pin holes to the paper, 61/47/2cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Paper,Softwood
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1886
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612142083362

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