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19th C. Gothic Revival Mythological Oak Sculpture
Rare and unusual 19th century Gothic Medieval Revival carved oak roundel or boss, depicting a half-man half-Lion Centaur or Manticore fighting a Dragon.
The half-man figure is piercing the Dragon with a spear whilst the Dragon is bitting the mans head, and the end of it’s tail seems to be snake head bitting the mans wrist.
The circular design of the bitting dragon and snake evokes the ouroboros - a symbol for eternal cyclic renewal or a cycle of life, death and rebirth, and also a fertility symbol.
However, the sculpture mostly seems to represent the good vs evil struggle of St George slaying the Dragon in medieval Christian iconography, or Cadmus slaying the Dragon from Greek mythology.
The sculpture is possibly based on a stone roof boss from Westminster Abbey circa 1250.
Interestingly, there is an inscribed symbol found at the bottom of the carving, which seems to be a apotropaic, or ritual protection marking. These marks were historically made to protect a building and its inhabitants from evil spirits and usually date from 1550 to 1750.
The sculpture is in the 16th century style, but is likely from the 19th century Gothic Revival period (although could be older).
Very finely carved, with great detail and in high relief. Excellent condition.
Probably English or German.
Displays attractively as a wall mount (there is a hanging bracket) or on a stand.
Height & Width: 35cm / Depth: 5cm.
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SE18
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The half-man figure is piercing the Dragon with a spear whilst the Dragon is bitting the mans head, and the end of it’s tail seems to be snake head bitting the mans wrist.
The circular design of the bitting dragon and snake evokes the ouroboros - a symbol for eternal cyclic renewal or a cycle of life, death and rebirth, and also a fertility symbol.
However, the sculpture mostly seems to represent the good vs evil struggle of St George slaying the Dragon in medieval Christian iconography, or Cadmus slaying the Dragon from Greek mythology.
The sculpture is possibly based on a stone roof boss from Westminster Abbey circa 1250.
Interestingly, there is an inscribed symbol found at the bottom of the carving, which seems to be a apotropaic, or ritual protection marking. These marks were historically made to protect a building and its inhabitants from evil spirits and usually date from 1550 to 1750.
The sculpture is in the 16th century style, but is likely from the 19th century Gothic Revival period (although could be older).
Very finely carved, with great detail and in high relief. Excellent condition.
Probably English or German.
Displays attractively as a wall mount (there is a hanging bracket) or on a stand.
Height & Width: 35cm / Depth: 5cm.
UK Shipping: £20 / EU: £100 / Message for a quote to USA and Rest of World.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 9/FEB/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. + Shipping UK £20 / EU £100 / Message for quote to USA & Rest of World
Category Antique Wood Carvings
Date 1860 - 1890
19th Century Antiques Material Oak
Origin English
Item code as1225a064
Status Sold
£950.00 
$1299.41 
€1090.79 
$
€
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Small to medium items boxed and sent by fedex to UK, EU and Worldwide.
Recommend van courier for very large items to UK and EU.
Large items can also be sent crated.
Message for a quote.
All items sent insured.
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Dreams Less Sweet Antiques
Private dealer, online onlyNear Woolwich
London
England, UK
SE18
Tel : 07776985514
Non UK callers : +44 7776985514
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