Recumbent Lion Bead

Cleveland Museum of Art

Recumbent Lion Bead by unknown artist. The image shows a small, dark-colored bead in the shape of a recumbent lion. The bead is lying on its side with its head turned to the right. The bead has a rough texture and is primarily dark brown with green and orange patches. The bead appears to be made of a weathered metal, possibly bronze or copper. The lion's head is rounded, and its ears are not visible. The body of the lion is simplified, with a curved line for the back and a straight line for the belly. The bead has a flat base. The background is a plain gray surface with a darker gray gradient at the top.