Lion Sejant Rampant
Unknown Artist
ca. 1500
Medium
Copper alloy
Dimensions
8 7/8 × 2 1/2 × 5 1/2 in. (22.5 × 6.4 × 14 cm)
Classification
Metalwork-Copper alloy
Culture
South Netherlandish (?)
Department
The Cloisters
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
The Cloisters Collection, 1925
Accession Number
25.120.427
Tags
About this artwork
This copper alloy from ca. 1500 represents the artistic and cultural achievements of its period. Works of this type demonstrate the technical skills and cultural values of their creators, serving important functions within their original contexts. The South Netherlandish (?) context provides important background for understanding this piece. This example showcases period craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities, offering insights into historical artistic practices. Its survival allows modern vi...