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African Lion

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African Lion
Description
By Solomon Bassoff and Domenica Mottarella Steel and sculpted, pigmented concrete. It is 100” long, and 83” tall and weighs 1076 pounds. Like all Faducci’s sculptures, notice how the artist captures real personality in this animal. Lions have a strong tradition in western art as heraldic symbols of power, strength and royalty. Why do you think humans see these qualities in a lion? What characteristics do you see in this particular lion? What animal would you choose to represent your personality?
Commission
City of Waco
Collection
Sculpture Zoo