temple lion antique khmer style bronze standing temple guardian or lion 31cm 12 pair Shiva Figurine identifying him as the compassionate

identifying him as the compassionate attendant of the Buddha of Infinite Light and underscoring his role as guide

such as the design of the present Ganesha

Each Buddha features an oval shaped face

from the finely etched scales to the serene yet authoritative expression

and gentle presence

temple lion antique khmer style bronze standing temple guardian or lion 31cm 12 pair Shiva Figurine identifying him as the compassionateAntique Khmer Style Bronze Standing Temple Guardian or Lion 31cm 12" (Pair) Measures (Height) 31cm 12" A stunning pair of antique Khmer style Temple Guardian or Lion figures, in the Angkor period, 10th century style of Banteay Srei. The 'guardians of the gate', are placed around the outside of a temple to serve both as greeters and defenders, they were specifically intended to protect the principle entrances of temples. Each statue is cast in the