Aquamanile in the Form of a Lion
Unknown
ca. 1200 · Copper alloy · Medieval Art
This aquamanile is distinguished by the lion’s turned head, which grasps the neck of the dragon in its jaws. The dragon here serves as both handle and spout.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date
- ca. 1200
- Medium
- Copper alloy
- Culture
- North German
- Department
- Medieval Art
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Leo S. Bing, 1952