Ordos Bronze Plaque of a Lion

GBP 450.00

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Object Description

A finely cast Ordos bronze pendent plaque depicting a stylised lion. The animal is presented in a standing stance, with its stretched limbs evenly spaced to balance its body weight. Its head is slightly lowered, echoing its arched, raised tail. Its facial features are clearly cast, including an almond-shaped eye, a circular nostril and a gaping mouth, in which its teeth are meticulously sculpted. Two loops are internally cast on top of its nose and below its tail, suggesting it might have been strung with fabric.

Date: Circa 6th – 2nd Century BC

Object Condition

Very fine condition, covered with attractive green patina.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:5.7 x D:9.2 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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