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Chinese Lion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a white porcelain sculpture titled "Chinese Lion" by an unknown artist. The sculpture is a figurine of a mythical creature with a lion-like appearance. The creature has a large head with a wide open mouth, revealing a hollow interior. Its body is muscular, with four legs. The front legs are positioned under the body, while the back legs are slightly bent. The tail is long and curved upwards. The creature's fur is depicted as curly and wavy. It has a shiny surface. The background of the image is a solid gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
White porcelain (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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