Seated Lion
model c. 1846, cast after 1870
Antoine-Louis Barye
Artist, French, 1795 - 1875
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Artwork overview
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Medium
bronze
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Credit Line
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Dimensions
height: 17.78 cm, 5 lb. (7 in., 2.268 kg)
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Accession
2006.128.2
Artwork history & notes
Provenance
Paul Mellon [1907-1999], Upperville, Virginia; bequest 1999 to NGA, with life interest to Mrs. Mellon; life interest released 2006.
Associated Names
Inscriptions
on top of self-base between the lion's right rear and right front paw: A.L.BARYE
Wikidata ID
Q63863565