Persian. <em>Head of a Lion</em>, 5th–4th century B.C.E. Bituminous limestone, pigment (Egyptian blue), 8 7/8 x 9 13/16 in. (22.6 x 25 cm). Collection of Robin B. Martin Trust, L54.3. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, L54.3_view1_PS2.jpg)

Head of a Lion

Artist:PersianAchaemenid

Medium: Bituminous limestone, pigment (Egyptian blue)

Geograhical Locations:

Persepolis, south of the Council Hall, Iran

Dates:5th–4th century B.C.E.

Dimensions: 8 7/8 x 9 13/16 in. (22.6 x 25 cm)

Collections:

Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Exhibitions:

The Guennol Collection: Cabinet of Wonders
Egypt Reborn: Art for Eternity
Ancient Egyptian Art

Accession Number: L54.3

Image: L54.3_view1_PS2.jpg,

Brooklyn Museum