Recumbent Lion Bead

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Recumbent Lion Bead by an unknown artist is a small, dark-colored sculpture with a rough texture. The lion is depicted lying down, facing left, with its head turned slightly to the left. The sculpture appears to be made of a dark, possibly metallic material, with visible signs of wear and tear, including rust-colored patches and a rough, uneven surface. The lion's body is curled up, with its front legs folded under its chest and its back legs tucked underneath. The base of the sculpture is flat and irregularly shaped, with a rough edge. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, with the sculpture casting a shadow on the surface below.