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Lion
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Lion

100s–200s CE · sandstone

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Roaring lions such as this have been found on the throne of Kushan kings. Early sculptures of the Buddha also show him seated on a lion throne, and the roar of his teachings (dharma) extends throughout the world.

Cleveland Museum of Art’s own description
Credit lineLion, 100s–200s CE. Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, Kushan period. Sandstone; overall: 47 cm (18 1/2 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Edward L. Whittemore Fund, 1952.514
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