Lion's Head (one of pair)

c. 1940

Edward DiGennero

Associated Names
Edward DiGennero

Artist, American, 1895 - 1978

The sculpture depicts the head of a lion. It is crafted from stone, giving it a grey and slightly textured appearance. The lion's head is shown in profile with pronounced features such as a detailed mane and smooth facial contours. The eyes are depicted in an abstract, almond shape. The sculpture appears to be a fragment, displaying only the head and part of the neck.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46.5 x 39.7 cm (18 5/16 x 15 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8354

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 79, no. 154.

Wikidata ID

Q64557132

You may be interested in

Loading Results