A Himalayan Bronze Temple Guardian Lion

Late 19th or early 20th century, a snow lion that is cast standing on four legs at attention, the tail up above its back, its face meant to look ferocious with its mouth open showing its sharp teeth and ears back, pairs of these lions would be placed in front of temple and shrines to ward off the evil spirits from entering.

24 x 14 x 22 in.

From the Collection of Jon and Mary Leadbetter, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Break and bend to support of one flame element at front left leg; scattered areas of oxidation spotting and rubbing to patina.

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