9th-10th century AD. A rectangular carved stone slab with two lions in high-relief, shown laying on their stomachs and peering over the edge of the slab; each set within a tiered rectangular recess; the lions have wide eyes and snarling jaws baring teeth; geometric frieze below; two square piercings to the reverse, remains of pigment. 32.6 kg, 64cm (25 1/4"). Property of a West London businessman, his collection having been formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.10189-166352. Condition Report Fine condition.