The sculpture depicts a mythical creature resembling a lion with a long, flowing tail that spirals above its back. The creature appears to be in a playful or possibly aggressive posture, with its mouth open and teeth visible. It has detailed features, including a mane that is intricately carved and its body is muscular and powerful. The sculpture is made of bronze, giving it a dark brown color with lighter golden-brown highlights. The material is smooth, with some areas where the texture of the mane and fur is accentuated. The sculpture's size is relatively small in the image, suggesting it could be a decorative or functional object. The overall appearance is dynamic, lending the sculpture a sense of movement.
Artwork Details
- Date
- mid 16th century
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 8728 × 6982 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original