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What does a lion statue symbolize?

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What does a lion statue symbolize?
Depending on the culture, a lion statue can symbolize a variety of things. In Buddhist culture, lion statues bring peace and prosperity, while in China, the lion statues act as guardians. In Italy a lion statue symbolizes power and prestige. You’ll find a collection of lion statues from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of Cast Bronze Lion Sculptures with Marble Tops After P.J. Mene
By Pierre Jules Mêne
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of cast bronze lion sculptures with marble tops after P.J. Mene. These spectacular
Category

Antique 19th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Contemporary Bronze Lion Sculptures on Bases with Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A pair of contemporary bronze lion sculptures on bases, with dark patina. Created with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Statues

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze Lion Sculpture Andirons
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful pair of 19th century French bronze lion andirons make a bold addition to any hearth
Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Loet Vanderveen Signed Bronze Lion Sculpture Art Statue
By Loet Vanderveen
Located in Brea, CA
and our in-stock inventory sells fast Sculpture #162 Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture Sculpture
Category

20th Century Arts and Crafts Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Console, Table, Painted, Steel, Bronze, Lion, Sculpture
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
. Standing on turned legs joined by an ‘H’ stretcher with a bronze, sculpted lion on one side stretcher
Category

Early 2000s English Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Bronze Lion on White Rock, Clovis Edmond Masson, France
By Clovis Edmond Masson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bronze lion on a white rock - on top of the world like the Lion King. A stunning animal sculpture
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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