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Collection Online as of April 20, 2024

Lion (base)

Lion (base)

1662–1722
(1644-1911), Kangxi reign (1661-1722)
porcelain with overglaze enamel decoration
Overall: 45.1 cm (17 3/4 in.)
Gift of Mrs. Worcester R. Warner for the Worcester R. Warner Collection 1930.642.b
Location: not on view

Description

This porcelain lion is a pair with 1930.643. The female is with a cub, while the male lion holds a ball. Guardian lions were traditionally placed in front of buildings to protect from harmful spiritual or human forces.
  • ?-1930
    Mrs. Worcester R. [Cornelia Blakemore] Warner [1859-1947], Cleveland, OH, given to the Cleveland Museum of Art
    1930-
    The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1930.642.b