Lion
Unknown Artist
100s–200s CE
Medium
sandstone
Dimensions
h. 47 cm
Classification
Sculpture
Department
Indian and Southeast Asian Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Edward L. Whittemore Fund
Accession Number
1952.514
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
Roaring lions such as this have been found on the throne of Kushan kings. Early sculptures of the Buddha also show him seated on a lion throne, and the roar of his teachings (dharma) extends throughout the world.