Japanese - Buddhist Guardian Lion (Shishi) - Walters 61182 - View B
Summary
This lion would have supported either an image of the Bodhisattva Mañjusri (Monju in Japanese), who stands for the Buddha's wisdom, or a sacred gem.
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Date
1250
Source
Walters Art Museum
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