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The Large Traditional Chinese Guardian Lion Bronze Sculpture stands 140cm tall and is presented as a matched pair, each figure seated in alert, upright posture on an individually cast tiered plinth. The male guardian rests his right paw on a decorative orb; the female guardian cups a cub beneath her left paw. Together they embody centuries of imperial threshold iconography, rendered here with precision and weight in solid cast bronze.
Each figure is produced using the lost-wax casting method, allowing the finest surface detail to be faithfully captured in metal: the tightly coiled mane, the decorative collar and bib, and the intricate relief work across each plinth face. The polished bronze finish carries a warm, high-reflectivity golden tone that shifts in quality of light throughout the day. Plinth decoration includes Chinese geometric meander (Greek key) borders, triangular floral relief panels, and lotus petal base moulding, all cast as one continuous piece with the figure. At 400kg for the pair, these are monumental bronze guardian statues in every sense of the term.
The pair suits a wide range of formal settings: flanking entrance gates, portico steps, or grand interior thresholds. The warm golden tone works well against stone, rendered masonry, dark hardwood, and polished marble. Fully rated for outdoor exposure, the dense cast bronze construction weathers without structural compromise, though the polished finish is best maintained in covered or sheltered positions if prolonged patination is to be avoided.
Alternative finishes are available, including dark antique bronze, verde green patina, or a blackened museum tone. Scale can be adjusted to suit specific architectural requirements. If you are considering a custom commission, contact us before ordering so we can confirm specifications, lead times, and placement logistics for pieces of this scale.
Explore our full range of Bronze Sculptures, browse the dedicated Bronze Lion Statues collection, or view our wider selection of Bronze Mythology Statues for further works in this tradition.
| Height | 140cm |
| Weight | 400kg (pair) |
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 and is presented as a matched pair, each figure seated in alert, upright posture on an individually cast tiered plinth. The male guardian rests his right paw on a decorative orb; the female guardian cups a cub beneath her left paw. Together they embody centuries of imperial threshold iconography, rendered here with precision and weight in solid cast bronze.
Each figure is produced using the lost-wax casting method, allowing the finest surface detail to be faithfully captured in metal: the tightly coiled mane, the decorative collar and bib, and the intricate relief work across each plinth face. The polished bronze finish carries a warm, high-reflectivity golden tone that shifts in quality of light throughout the day. Plinth decoration includes Chinese geometric meander (Greek key) borders, triangular floral relief panels, and lotus petal base moulding, all cast as one continuous piece with the figure. At 400kg for the pair, these are monumental bronze guardian statues in every sense of the term.
The pair suits a wide range of formal settings: flanking entrance gates, portico steps, or grand interior thresholds. The warm golden tone works well against stone, rendered masonry, dark hardwood, and polished marble. Fully rated for outdoor exposure, the dense cast bronze construction weathers without structural compromise, though the polished finish is best maintained in covered or sheltered positions if prolonged patination is to be avoided.
Alternative finishes are available, including dark antique bronze, verde green patina, or a blackened museum tone. Scale can be adjusted to suit specific architectural requirements. If you are considering a custom commission, contact us before ordering so we can confirm specifications, lead times, and placement logistics for pieces of this scale.
Explore our full range of Bronze Sculptures, browse the dedicated Bronze Lion Statues collection, or view our wider selection of Bronze Mythology Statues for further works in this tradition.
| Height | 140cm |
| Weight | 400kg (pair) |
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.

















