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The Large Traditional Chinese Guardian Lion Bronze Sculpture stands 140cm tall as a matched pair, each lion seated upright on a densely engraved ornamental plinth in a mirror-image arrangement that commands any entrance, courtyard, or formal interior. The detail is immediate and authoritative: open mouths, elaborate spiral manes, and paired iconography in which the male rests his forepaw on a lattice-engraved orb and the female rests hers on a cub.
Each lion is cast using the lost-wax method, which preserves every carved spiral in the mane, every bead along the plinth's scalloped lower edge, and every motif in the engraved floral and geometric panels. The surface is hand-finished to a high-reflectivity golden bronze, warm and luminous without being garish. The decorative collar and hanging pendant ornament on each figure are cast as integral elements, not applied separately, so the finish reads as a single coherent object rather than an assembled one. At 1,000kg the pair carries a physical permanence that reinforces the sculptural authority of large-scale guardian bronze statues of this tradition.
The golden finish suits stone-floored entrance halls, formal garden gateways, limestone-paved courtyards, and interiors with lacquered or dark-timber joinery. The scale reads confidently against tall doors, boundary walls, or wide staircases. As a traditional Chinese guardian lion bronze pair, the iconography is equally appropriate in contemporary architectural settings where the contrast between ancient form and modern material palette is intentional.
We can supply the pair in a range of bronze patinas including classical dark brown, verdigris, and oxidised black, as well as the polished golden finish shown. Scale adjustments are available for both larger monumental commissions and more compact interior formats. This piece draws on compositional conventions inspired by the work of traditional Chinese imperial bronze casting; if you have a specific architectural context, site dimensions, or finish requirement, contact us before ordering so we can confirm the best approach for your project.
Explore related works in our Bronze Lion Statues collection, browse the full range of Bronze Sculptures, or view larger-format works in our Large Bronze Sculptures collection.
| Height | 140cm |
| Weight | 1000kg |
Every sculpture at Giant Sculptures is handmade to order, then shipped worldwide free of charge. Below is everything you need to know before you order, and what to expect after.
Every sculpture is handmade to order by our artisans — we do not mass-produce.
Production time is separate from delivery time.
Shipping is free worldwide on every sculpture, regardless of destination.
For larger sculptures where faster delivery is needed, air freight is available at additional cost — contact us before ordering for a quote.
All sculptures ship in reinforced protective crating, fully insured to purchase value.
Delivery is to the door or curbside at your shipping address.
For larger sculptures shipped by sea freight, the carrier will contact you in advance to arrange a delivery window. Please ensure someone is available to accept the delivery and that the property has suitable access for the size of the piece.
Once the sculpture arrives, you are responsible for positioning it in its final display location. For larger or heavier pieces, we recommend arranging two people (family, friends, or a local moving service) to help with placement.
For orders shipping outside the United Kingdom, any customs duties, import taxes, or local fees at your destination country are the responsibility of the customer. These charges are set by your local authority and are not included in our shipping cost.
If you have questions about customs for your specific country, contact us before ordering and we can advise on typical charges for your region.
We accept 30-day returns on sculptures in original condition and original packaging, subject to our Terms & Conditions.
To start a return, contact us within 30 days of receipt. Return shipping for change-of-mind returns is at the customer's cost.
Bespoke and custom-commissioned pieces are non-refundable once production has started, as they are made specifically to your specification.
Every sculpture ships fully insured. In the unlikely event of damage during transit:
Every sculpture carries a lifetime guarantee against finish defects under normal display conditions, subject to our Terms & Conditions.
This covers manufacturing defects, premature finish degradation, and structural failures under normal display. It does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, inappropriate environments (for example, an indoor-only sculpture placed outdoors), or modifications made after delivery.
If you have questions about shipping, customs, delivery timing, or anything else before you order, our team is here to help. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or phone, and we'll respond within 24 hours.
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The Large Traditional Chinese Guardian Lion Bronze Sculpture stands 140cm tall as a matched pair, each lion seated upright on a densely engraved ornamental plinth in a mirror-image arrangement that commands any entrance, courtyard, or formal interior. The detail is immediate and authoritative: open mouths, elaborate spiral manes, and paired iconography in which the male rests his forepaw on a lattice-engraved orb and the female rests hers on a cub.
Each lion is cast using the lost-wax method, which preserves every carved spiral in the mane, every bead along the plinth's scalloped lower edge, and every motif in the engraved floral and geometric panels. The surface is hand-finished to a high-reflectivity golden bronze, warm and luminous without being garish. The decorative collar and hanging pendant ornament on each figure are cast as integral elements, not applied separately, so the finish reads as a single coherent object rather than an assembled one. At 1,000kg the pair carries a physical permanence that reinforces the sculptural authority of large-scale guardian bronze statues of this tradition.
The golden finish suits stone-floored entrance halls, formal garden gateways, limestone-paved courtyards, and interiors with lacquered or dark-timber joinery. The scale reads confidently against tall doors, boundary walls, or wide staircases. As a traditional Chinese guardian lion bronze pair, the iconography is equally appropriate in contemporary architectural settings where the contrast between ancient form and modern material palette is intentional.
We can supply the pair in a range of bronze patinas including classical dark brown, verdigris, and oxidised black, as well as the polished golden finish shown. Scale adjustments are available for both larger monumental commissions and more compact interior formats. This piece draws on compositional conventions inspired by the work of traditional Chinese imperial bronze casting; if you have a specific architectural context, site dimensions, or finish requirement, contact us before ordering so we can confirm the best approach for your project.
Explore related works in our Bronze Lion Statues collection, browse the full range of Bronze Sculptures, or view larger-format works in our Large Bronze Sculptures collection.
| Height | 140cm |
| Weight | 1000kg |
Every sculpture at Giant Sculptures is handmade to order, then shipped worldwide free of charge. Below is everything you need to know before you order, and what to expect after.
Every sculpture is handmade to order by our artisans — we do not mass-produce.
Production time is separate from delivery time.
Shipping is free worldwide on every sculpture, regardless of destination.
For larger sculptures where faster delivery is needed, air freight is available at additional cost — contact us before ordering for a quote.
All sculptures ship in reinforced protective crating, fully insured to purchase value.
Delivery is to the door or curbside at your shipping address.
For larger sculptures shipped by sea freight, the carrier will contact you in advance to arrange a delivery window. Please ensure someone is available to accept the delivery and that the property has suitable access for the size of the piece.
Once the sculpture arrives, you are responsible for positioning it in its final display location. For larger or heavier pieces, we recommend arranging two people (family, friends, or a local moving service) to help with placement.
For orders shipping outside the United Kingdom, any customs duties, import taxes, or local fees at your destination country are the responsibility of the customer. These charges are set by your local authority and are not included in our shipping cost.
If you have questions about customs for your specific country, contact us before ordering and we can advise on typical charges for your region.
We accept 30-day returns on sculptures in original condition and original packaging, subject to our Terms & Conditions.
To start a return, contact us within 30 days of receipt. Return shipping for change-of-mind returns is at the customer's cost.
Bespoke and custom-commissioned pieces are non-refundable once production has started, as they are made specifically to your specification.
Every sculpture ships fully insured. In the unlikely event of damage during transit:
Every sculpture carries a lifetime guarantee against finish defects under normal display conditions, subject to our Terms & Conditions.
This covers manufacturing defects, premature finish degradation, and structural failures under normal display. It does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, inappropriate environments (for example, an indoor-only sculpture placed outdoors), or modifications made after delivery.
If you have questions about shipping, customs, delivery timing, or anything else before you order, our team is here to help. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or phone, and we'll respond within 24 hours.

















