Description: 1960's Sterling Lanier Fantasy Dinosaur & Skull Bronze Miniature Figure Statue This rare vintage bronze miniature was produced by Sterling Lanier and features what looks to be a baby dinosaur climbing on a human skull.The sculptor, Sterling Edmund Lanier, was schooled in anthropology and archaeology and was a devotee of cryptozoology. He was also an editor and author of science fiction and is accredited for his role in the publishing of the best selling science fiction novel DUNE in 1965 while editor as Chilton Publishing. He also wrote a number of books and published stories over the years in the science fiction realm. Lanier was known by friends and colleagues to create figures based upon characters in different science fiction books he either wrote himself or had read and would often gift them or sell them locally or at shows.Approx. measurement are 1 7/8" by 1 1/4". Great antique condition without cracks, breaks or repairs. Just a bit of green verdigris. Signed Lanier back of skull by dinasour.Really a rare sterling Lanier bronze figure. ~Please note~Please look at the photos carefully as they are an important part of my description. Most of my pictures are taken with a magnifying lens giving me clear, close up photos. This tends to also magnify minor flaws on item which many times cannot be seen on actual item. I strive to describe all of my items as accurately and honestly as possible however as all items are pre-owned and vintage in nature, minor scratches and wear is possible. Items and colors may also look a bit different due to different monitor's colors and width. Vintage items are a piece of history and always in style. Offering styles and construction that cannot be duplicated today, buying vintage is a wonderful way to "Go Green" by recycling treasures from yesterday to brighten our today. USA Shipping Only! North Carolina Buyers are required to pay 6.75% sales tax or send me a signed exemption certificate.You may be interested in our other eBay listings. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution
Price: 146.25 USD
Location: Hayesville, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-12-15T23:15:23.000Z
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Object Type: Miniature statues
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Material: Bronze
Type: Statue
