Recumbent Lion Bead

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Recumbent Lion Bead by artist depicts a small, metallic bead in the shape of a recumbent lion. The bead is made of a dark, tarnished metal with a brown and black patina, giving it an aged appearance. The lion is lying down, with its body facing right and its head turned to the right. The lion's legs are bent, with the front legs stretched out in front and back legs bent underneath the body. The metal is rough and textured, with visible signs of wear and tear. The background is a plain gray surface, with a darker gray gradient at the top.