Muzzle of a Lion (one of pair)

c. 1940

Maurice Van Felix

Associated Names
Maurice Van Felix

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts the face of a lion. The lion's features are stylized with a prominent mane, expressive eyes, and a strong nose and mouth area. The material appears to be a type of stone or similar medium, with a gray tone. The sculpture is designed to hang on a wall, with its flat back and detailed, three-dimensional front. The signature at the bottom right corner indicates the artist's identity, M. Van Felx.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.5 x 21.9 cm (11 5/8 x 8 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 13" high; 13" wide; 3 7/8" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8297

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: M. van Felix; verso: center in graphite: Feb.16, 1940

Wikidata ID

Q64608983

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