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Ptolemaic or Roman Period
This lion is at rest, but remains alert with its large heavy head turned to face the viewer. Pairs of lions like this might flank temple entrances. Associated with royalty, lions suggest powerful forces that protect the gods and temples.
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Title: Reclining lion
Period: Ptolemaic or Roman Period
Date: 332 B.C.–A.D. 364
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Old Cairo ("Babylon")
Medium: Limestone
Dimensions: L. 45.6 cm (17 15/16 in.); W. 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.); H. 22.6 cm (8 7/8 in.)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1912
Object Number: 12.181.195
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