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Lion

John Matulis

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture portrays a reclining lion on a rounded base. The lion is depicted with its head high and front paws forward. The sculpture is warm brown in color, resembling ceramic or terracotta. The lion features detailed mane and paws. The sculpture is placed on a wooden surface, indicated for display on a shelf or mantle. An inscription above reads “Figurine Lion Signed 'John Sanders 1817.'”

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
4323 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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