Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. early to mid-1st millennium B.C.
Figure of a lion is a metalwork-sculpture created in ca. early to mid-1st millennium B.C. using copper alloy measuring H. 7-3/8 in. (18.7 cm) x L. 10-1/2 in. (26.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | H. 7-3/8 in. (18.7 cm) x L. 10-1/2 in. (26.7 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, Gift of Dr. Mortimer D. Sackler, Theresa Sackler and Family, and funds from various donors, 2002 |
| Date | ca. early to mid-1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia or Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Figure of a lion?
Figure of a lion is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Figure of a lion created?
Figure of a lion dates to ca. early to mid-1st millennium B.C..
What material is Figure of a lion made from?
Figure of a lion is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Figure of a lion in the public domain?
Figure of a lion is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026