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南京六朝石刻--狮子 Nanjing Six Dynasties Stone Beasts - Lion
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南京六朝石刻--狮子

Nanjing Six Dynasties Stone Beasts - Lion

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The sculptural conception of this stone lion is the interplay of simple forms and dramatic details. Major parts of the lion(such as the mane, the body, and the legs) are condensed to large stylized shapes, while focused areas(such as the teeth, the claws, and the wings) are vividly detailed.