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Woodcarving of a Lion

c. 1937

Alice Stearns

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Alice Stearns

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a lion standing upright on its hind legs, with one front paw resting on a decorative element resembling an ornate scroll or crest. The lion is muscular and detailed, capturing its powerful stance and majestic mane. The sculpture is a warm brown color, suggesting it is made from wood.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 40.6 x 30.7 cm (16 x 12 1/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: about 8' tall
Accession Number

1943.8.8239

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534495

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