Recumbent Lion Beads

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Recumbent Lion Beads by Unknown Artist depicts a small, metallic object with a lion lying down. The lion's body is mostly flat with its head raised, facing right. The object is made of a metal that appears to be bronze or brass, with visible signs of aging and wear, including a brownish patina and some rust-like spots. The lion's head is detailed with a small nose and mouth, and its ears are not clearly defined. The object has a rough, textured surface. The lion's front right paw is raised. The background of the image is a gradient from dark to light gray. The object is sitting on a flat surface. The image is well-lit, with a shadow cast by the object onto the surface below it.