Limestone finial of a funerary stele with a seated lion

Unknown

late 7th century or early 6th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The head is turned toward the viewer, the mouth wide open, the tongue extended, the teeth carefully shown. The body is thin, the ribs protrude; traces of the tail are visible on the side. The upper right front leg is clearly articulated. The smooth mane spreads over the top of the back and on to the chest, but is not shown on the back.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 7th century or early 6th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76