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Reclining lion

Ptolemaic or Roman Period
332 BCE–364 CE
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 134
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.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Reclining lion
  • Period: Ptolemaic or Roman Period
  • Date: 332 BCE–364 CE
  • 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
  • Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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