Lion Figure Item Number: 3255/11 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Marble figure of a lion atop a square base. Animal is in a seated position, with front legs braced widely in front of a wide chest. Head is turned slightly to the left, mouth open and showing teeth. Carved lines create eyes, nose, a wrinkled brown, beard and curled mane, as well as musculature on body.
History Of Use
Similar in style and shape to a seal stamp, however the base is plain.
Item History
- Made in China between 618 and 907
- Owned by Michael M. Koerner before July 20, 2017
- Received from Michael M. Koerner (Donor) on July 20, 2017
What
- Name
- Lion Figure
- Identification Number
- 3255/11
- Type of Item
- figure
- Material
- marble stone
- Overall
- height 13.0 cm, width 8.0 cm, depth 10.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Chinese
- Previous Owner
- Michael M. Koerner
- Received from
- Michael M. Koerner (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- China
When
- Creation Date
- between 618 and 907
- Ownership Date
- before July 20, 2017
- Acquisition Date
- on July 20, 2017
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 3255/0011