Samson and the Lion


Samson and the lion
According to Pugh this figure is Samson from the bible in the act of opening a lion’s jaw with both hands. However, there is much controversy surrounding his identity as others have called him Van Amburgh, Hercules and Crockett.
Item Details:
Price: $450 plus shipping and insurance
Item date: Circa 1840
Dimensions: Height: 12 3/4 inches
Condition: Good condition with some flaking on his scarf and minuscule flaking on the lion's mane
References:
Pugh (later edition), page E421, plate 97, fig 189
Seller's Details:
Name: Sheldon Ferber
Email: sheldonferber@verizon.net


Samson and the lion