JVV 0619
Delft, 1750-1800
The lion stands on a green base, with its left paw resting on a yellow ball. Its watchful gaze is turned to the right, its posture tense, ready for action. The mane and raised tail are rendered in dark purple. The eyebrows, nose and mouth are depicted in orange-brown, while the eyes combine orange-brown with accents of deep purple.
Dimensions: length: 9,5 cm / 3.74 in., width 3,4 cm / 1.33 in., height 5,7 cm / 2.24 in.
Condition: slight chipping of the glaze on places
Explanatory note
The lion with a ball is a symbol of strength, power and victory.
