Assyrian Lion De Susa Suse weight Sculpture statue 7.5" www.Neo-Mfg.com Museum reproduction

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SIZE: 7.5

Assyrian Lion De Susa Suse weight Sculpture statue 7.5" www.Neo-Mfg.com Museum reproduction Size: 7.5" long x 4.25" Tall x 3.5" Wide Mold made from a print of the original work on display at the Louvre. Assyrians made bronze lion-shaped weights lying on a rectangular base and equipped with a handle for convenient handling. A set of these was discovered at Nineveh (British Museum). The most beautiful one comes from Khorsabad (Louvre). It dates from the end of the VIIIth century. Just as they were inspired by Assyrian models in the decoration of the gate of Persepolis, the Achaemenian Persians imitated these weights. We have only one example, revealed by the Jacques de Morgan's excavations on the Susa Acropolis. It weighs 121 kg (267 lbs). Like its models, it has a handle on its back. But contrary to Khorsabad's nervous lion, the Susa's wild beast reflects by its more sophisticated stylization the Persians artistic ideal: a latent and self-confident power. Decorative stylization is particularly sensitive in the treatment of mane and eyes. This magnificent piece of animal sculpture symbolizes the spirit of a civilization wich is heiress of an immense past, yet rich in originality. This reduction molding was made during the Feasts of Persepolis to be offered to certain personalities. We offer many custom color finishes like Silver Leaf, Bronze, Bronze with Patina, Aged stone, Pewter, Copper All finishes are Faux finish, each piece of art is hand made and no two (2) pieces are the same. The color shown by camera and on the digital display may look different in real life. Lighting, surrounding colors, time of day, electronic display etc will change true life colors. www.NEO-MFG.com Faux finishes