Ancient Egyptian statue of a recumbent lion , 350 BC, 30th Dynasty. Kunsthistorisches Muesum Vienna inv AS 60. Sandstone, Length 76,2 cm, Height ca.

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Ancient Egyptian statue of a recumbent lion , 350 BC, 30th Dynasty. Kunsthistorisches Muesum Vienna inv AS 60. Sandstone, Length 76,2 cm, Height ca. 33 cm. The lion played many roles in Egyptian religion and was closely associated with kingship. It was furthermore an ancient symbol of the sun god. The animal’s extraordinary strength and ferociousness as well as the impressive appearance of its long mane made the king of beasts a fierce divine protector and guardian against hostile forces.

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Size: 4776px × 6566px
Location: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna ( Museum of Art History Vienna)
Photo credit: © funkyfood London - Paul Williams / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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