

Lion Standing on a Pillar Capital
The image shows a sculpture of a lion standing on a pillar capital. The sculpture is made of stone and is gray in color. The lion is standing on its hind legs, with its right front leg raised and resting on a ledge. The lion's head is turned to the left, and its mouth is open. The lion has a thick mane that is textured to resemble individual hairs. The pillar capital is cylindrical and has a ledge around the middle. The base of the pillar is wider than the top and has a rough, uneven edge. The background of the image is light gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 5th–6th century
- Medium
- Terracotta
- Culture
- India (Uttar Pradesh, Mathura)
- Dimensions
- 320 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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