South Arabian Alabaster Lion Statuette

Object Description

A realistically carved figurine of a lion in alabaster. Recumbent on a rectangular plinth, the lion holds up its head in majestic demeanour. Its facial features and mane are etched with clear incisions, and so are its paws and tail, which rests underneath its rear right paw. The yellow cream coloured alabaster features some stable cracks, and some mineral impurities make the stone darker where the animal’s rear paws are.

Object Condition

Fine, some stable cracks in the stone, some filled with earthly deposits. A chip to the front of the plinth, a few light dents to the animal’s body. Base of the plinth uneven, so the statuette stands up lightly tilted to the right side.

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