

Head of a Lion
The image shows a sculpture titled "Head of a Lion" by an unknown artist. The sculpture depicts the head and part of the neck of a lion-like creature with its mouth open, showing sharp teeth. The sculpture is white and appears to be made of stone or plaster. The head is positioned at an angle, with the face turned slightly to the right. The eyes are bulging and the mouth is open, revealing sharp teeth. The sculpture has a rough, textured surface and appears to be quite detailed, with visible nostrils and a tongue. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the sculpture. A shadow is cast to the right of the sculpture, indicating that the light source is coming from the left side. The sculpture sits on a flat surface, with a slight gap visible under the chin.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 11th–12th century
- Medium
- Porcelain with ivory white glaze (Ding ware)
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 600 × 444 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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