temple lion antique khmer style bronze standing temple guardian or lion 12cm 5 Pinda cosmic balance

cosmic balance

Her she is seated on round lotus petal pedestal which is itself stood on a decorated square pedestal

Here she stands upon a round double‑lotus pedestal

Measures - (Height) 9cm/3"

The distinctive patina of the piece is particularly delightful

temple lion antique khmer style bronze standing temple guardian or lion 12cm 5 Pinda cosmic balanceAntique Khmer Style Bronze Standing Temple Guardians or Lions 12cm 5" Measures (Height) 12cm 5" A lovely antique Khmer style Temple Guardian or Lion figure, in the Angkor period, 10th century style of Banteay Srei. The guardian of the gate, is placed around the outside of a temple to serve both as greeters and defenders, they were specifically intended to protect the principle entrances of temples. The statue is cast in the round to show a strong body