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A led-glazed ware figure of a seated lion-like creature. It sits on its hind legs and is colored a medium-green with tan detailing. It has protruding teeth and spikes going up its back.

Seated Leonine Chimera, Probably a Guardian Creature, with Wings and Spiked Spine

Chinese

Lead-glazed ware: molded, buff earthenware with medium-green, lead-fluxed glaze; cold-painted pigments over localized unglazed areas

Northern Qi (550-577) to Sui (581-618) dynasty

Sculpture