Limestone finial of a funerary stele with a seated lion, late 7th century or early 6th century

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Limestone finial of a funerary stele with a seated lion, Archaic, late 7th century or early 6th century , Cypriot, Limestone, Overall: 17 1/2 × 7 3/8 × 15 in. ( × × cm), Stone Sculpture, The head is turned toward the viewer, the mouth wide open, the tongue extended, the teeth carefully shown. The body is thin, the ribs protrude; traces of the tail are visible on the side. The upper right front leg is clearly articulated

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Size: 3800px × 2850px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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