Large 18th Century Carved Oak Lion Mask

An impressive and beautifully carved, polychrome painted, 18th century oak mask of a lion. The full face carved in high relief with curling mane and moustache, all painted in muted polychrome colours.

The carved shape to the back suggests that this carving originally formed part of a cornice or frieze, leaning forward, in a high position. now fitted with an iron ring for wall mounting or we could make a bespoke mount in our workshop, if desired.