Chinese Lion with Ball
The Chinese Lion with Ball depicts a crouching lion with a large ball. The lion has a large head with a bulbous forehead and pronounced cheeks. Its mouth is held open, revealing the teeth. The lion has a curled tail and a tufted back. The figure appears to be carved from ivory or a similar material. The figure is predominantly off-white and brown. The background is gray and black. The lion appears to be crouching on a surface.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 735 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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