(SKU: LSB100AD78) This is a depiction of the lion in Sri Lankan artwork. Sculptures of stylized lions, such as this one in Anuradhapura (6th century AD), can be found all across Sri Lanka. It is apparent that the artists who created these sculptures had made some changes to the original appearance of the lion, which is one of the factors that sets it apart from other sculptures from other periods. The lion is often seen as a sign of pride, strength, bravery, and monarchy, which are all qualities that are associated with these traits. As the animal that is considered to be the king of the plains, the lion has been recognised as a representation of rulers, royal households, and royalty in many different civilizations for hundreds of years.
