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Tomb Figure of Seated Lion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tomb Figure of Seated Lion by Unknown. The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a seated lion figure. The figure is made of a dark gray material, possibly stone or metal. It has a weathered appearance with visible texture and aging. The lion is depicted sitting on its haunches, facing the right side of the image. Its body is viewed in three-quarter perspective. The head is tilted slightly upward. The eyes are circular and relatively large. The mouth is open, revealing the lower teeth. The mane is depicted as a series of ridges and grooves around the head and neck. The body has a smooth, muscular appearance with some texture to suggest fur. The background is a plain grey color with a shadow cast by the figure on the left side.

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–6th century
Medium
Grey earthenware pottery with pigment
Culture
China
Dimensions
438 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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