Limestone head of a lion from a votive stele (?)

Unknown

late 6th or early 5th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The head of a lion is turned to the left, with a furrowed muzzle, the mouth open with a partially broken tongue, and teeth clearly indicated. The mane forms a unarticulated ruff around the head.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 6th or early 5th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76