A seated zinc griffin with head of eagle and body of lion with fluted planting bowl above, in old paint, late 19th century. 36"H. 18"W. Mythological creatures, griffins symbolized power, wealth, courage and prestige. Seated griffins were available in the 19th century from J.L Mott Iron Works, J. W. Fiske, M.J. Selig and Co., W.H. Mullins among others.
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