Carved Winged Griffin / Gryphon Architectural Furniture Fragment Antique

Carved Winged Griffin / Gryphon Architectural Furniture Fragment AntiqueAdditional Description: A wonderfully sculptural carved wooden griffin or gryphon fragment, likely originating as an architectural ornament or decorative furniture mount from the late 19th to early 20th century. The piece depicts a fantastical winged creature with leonine paws, scrolling rear haunches, feathered wings, and an expressive open mouthed face. The stylized carving blends Gothic Revival and Renaissance Revival influences, with bold hand

traditional

written in iron gall ink on laid paper

Signed lower right “A

a motif associated with strength and antiquity

delicate beaded wirework

and a warm gilt finish that gives the piece strong decorative presence

Gorham Manufacturing Company

or divine guidance

Bretteville-sur-Laize

Rococo revival style with ornate scrollwork and hoofed feet

adding a sense of architectural grandeur

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