Leo, from the Zodiac Series

Paul Manship, Leo, from the Zodiac Series, 1946, bronze, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of George and Susan Gurney in memory of Aly and Bruce Moore, 2011.38.2
Copied Paul Manship, Leo, from the Zodiac Series, 1946, bronze, 6 in. (15.3 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of George and Susan Gurney in memory of Aly and Bruce Moore, 2011.38.2

Artwork Details

Title
Leo, from the Zodiac Series
Artist
Date
1946
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
6 in. (15.3 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of George and Susan Gurney in memory of Aly and Bruce Moore
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze
Classifications
Object Number
2011.38.2
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/2011.38.2

Artwork Description

Paul Manship created twelve zodiac medals in 1946, one for each astrological sign. Leo displays the attribute of the lion, depicted pictorially and as a symbol. The medals in the Zodiac series are known as deep dishes or ashtray medals, a rare form highly sought after by collectors.