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In collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York we present a beautifully crafted new collection including almost 100 unique furniture, lighting, and accessory items. The Met | Eichholtz collection draws inspiration from over 5,000 years of history and art.
Item no
TM0058
White marble
Marble is a natural material, each piece differs in color and veining
Dimensions
W. 42.5 | D. 21 | H. 22 cm
W. 16.73″ | D. 8.27″ | H. 8.66″
The "Reclining Lion" art piece, inspired by its vigilant muse, captures a majestic moment in marble. Handcrafted with precision, each piece is unique, showcasing variations in color and veining. Read more
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Specifications
| Indoor/outdoor | Indoor use/dry locations only |
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Description
The "Reclining Lion" art piece, inspired by its vigilant muse, captures a majestic moment in marble. Handcrafted with precision, each piece is unique, showcasing variations in color and veining. Measuring W. 42.5 cm, D. 21 cm, and H. 22 cm, it echoes the symbolism of lions guarding temple entrances—a sign of regal strength and divine protection. Allow this sculpture to grace your space with its powerful presence, a reminder of the enduring forces that watch over the sacred.
HISTORIC PROVENANCE
The Object Reclining Lion is a recreation of a Ptolemaic- or Roman-period Egyptian sculpture of a reclining lion (332 B.C.–A.D. 364) at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Originally carved from limestone, the lion seems at rest yet alert with its large, placid head facing the viewer. It is known that pairs of lions such as this one might have flanked the entrances to ancient temples. Lions were associated with royalty, and suggested powerful protective forces over temples and gods. This reinterpretation has been exquisitely handcarved in white marble, affording each piece a unique color and natural veins. The sculpture rests on a white marble plinth.
Care instructions
HOW TO CARE FOR MARBLE AND TRAVERTINE
Marble is limestone that has metamorphosed and combined with natural elements. It is veined with a variety of colors and patterns. Since marble is easily stained, etched, and dulled, it is important that you know how to take care of it.
Travertine is also a form of limestone. This sedimentary rock is typically formed in springs, rivers, and lakes. It often has a fibrous or concentric appearance and exists in white, tan, cream-coloured, and even rusty varieties.
There are a few basic rules for getting the most out of your marble furniture and ensuring its longevity:
- Be careful of wet rings forming on the surface after watering flowers or plants.
- Place coasters or trivets under glasses and dishes to prevent the formation of ring marks.
- Never expose marble or travertine furniture to sharp objects which can scratch the limestone.
- Never use vinegar, ammonia, bleach, lemon or orange to clean marble or travertine, as acids can cause these limestones to corrode.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Dust marble and travertine surfaces twice per week with a soft cloth. Both marble and travertine stain very quickly, especially if liquids are left untouched on the surface. When you drop something, clean it up right away. Waiting too long can turn a simple spill into a stain, which can be difficult and sometimes even impossible to get rid of. Immediately clean orange juice, coffee, wine, and other drinks (or food) with strong pigments, and rinse with a clean, damp cloth. Never leave water on marble or travertine surfaces as it can cause stains.
Clean as gently as possible, never using abrasive cleaners or dusting sprays. Wash marble and travertine periodically with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water, and if necessary, some mild dishwashing liquid. Only use soap solutions that are potent enough to wipe off the dirt but mild enough to keep the limestone unharmed. Gently run the cloth over the surface, making a circular motion in the spots that need a little extra pressure. Remove the soap with another damp cloth and wipe the limestone dry.
