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Horned Lion (Vyala)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze sculpture of a seated lion with a horn-like protrusion on its head. The lion has a textured mane that covers the neck and upper chest. The body is muscular with visible details of the fur. The sculpture sits on a round base with a groove around the middle. The base has small feet at the bottom. The lion's head is turned to the right and slightly upwards. The background is plain gray. The sculpture has signs of aging and wear.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 8th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
India (Tamil Nadu)
Dimensions:
502 × 625 px
Museum record:
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