Hand-carved Lying Lion! people carved from one piece of

carved from one piece of wood

candleholders

and which makes a handy backing for either framing it or simply hanging it directly on the wall

In great condition and truly charming

I think it certainly could still be employed as a nutcracker

Hand-carved Lying Lion! people carved from one piece ofThis wonderful carved lion appears quite majestic, and as if nothing at all could phase her. I love the detailed carving on the mane and tail, and those great rounded ears and big front paws and also how she appears to be keeping a close watch on things even while seeming luxuriously relaxed. It appears the maker signed their name on the underside but I cannot read it. It definitely has some age, and at 7 5 8" long x 2 3 4" wide x 2 1 2" tall, is