Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi)
Name/Title
Carved Bicolor Stone Recumbent Buddhist Lion (Shishi)Entry/Object ID
SC0901Description
Chinese carved variegated stone figure of a recumbent Buddhist or guardian lion, worked substantially in the round with a broad stylized head, modeled muzzle, limbs and curled tail. The carver has deliberately utilized the material's contrasting cream-peach and deep reddish coloration, particularly emphasizing the head against the darker body. The tail is pierced for suspension and currently fitted with a yellow cord.Type of Sculpture
Free StandingArtwork Details
Medium
Appears to be Soapstone or Shoushan stoneSubject
Buddhist or guardian lionCategory
Chinese carved stone
Made/Created
Artist
Maker presently unidentifiedTime Period
22nd centuryEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
AsiaCulture/Tribe
Chinese