22" Bronze Khmer Style Standing Temple Lions with Splendid Details

Material: Bronze statue from Cambodia Finish: Antique green Dimensions: 22.0 inch Height x 8.0 inch Width x 8.5 inch Depth Weight: 14.8 kg / 32.8 lbs Shipping and delivery: 5 - 7 business days Product description: Temple lions, also known as Guardian lions are architectural iconic features in many East Asian cultures, including Cambodia. The temple lions typical of khmer culture, and seen at the entrances of temples, where they serve as both welcoming hosts and protective guardians. These lions with their imposing presence and intricate details, stand as enduring symbols of strength and protection, deterring malevolent forces, and preserving the sanctity of the temple grounds. Each bronze lion is meticulously crafted with exquisite fine details, with a robust physique exhibiting a combination of fierceness, and nobility in their expression. The large expansive eyes with etched pupil, the arched eyebrows, prominent nose, the curly mane, a wide mouth showing their sharp teeth, the paw ca