This mounted marble shield features a finely hand-carved Baroque lion rampant, a classic emblem of strength and nobility. The detailed carving is typical of late 18th-century French craftsmanship, evoking the heraldic traditions of aristocratic lineage and civic pride. The marble has developed a soft patina over time, emphasizing the depth and dimensionality of the lion’s form.

Framed within a custom iron banded mount, added later for display, the piece becomes both architectural fragment and sculptural statement. Ideal as a wall-mounted focal point or integrated into a curated interior, this rare antique marble heraldic shield bridges historical symbolism with enduring material artistry.