Golden Lion Collection

Lion door knocker at Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Daniel Twining, Tea Man, Devereux Court, London, 1750 (engraving)
3657244 Daniel Twining, Tea Man, Devereux Court, London, 1750 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daniel Twining, Tea Man, Devereux Court, London)

Antwerp International Exposition 1894 (engraving)
1107591 Antwerp International Exposition 1894 (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antwerp International Exposition 1894)

Scene from the Spanish Armada, 1588 (colour litho)
972765 Scene from the Spanish Armada, 1588 (colour litho) by Dixon, Charles Edward (1872-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from the Spanish Armada, 1588)

The Padstow Hobby-horse (engraving)
1056177 The Padstow Hobby-horse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Padstow Hobby-horse)

Pagan May Day festival at Padstow. The May-day festival at Padstow, Cornwall, begins with dancing in the streets from midnight on Sunday 1st May

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The "golden lion" has been a symbol of power, strength, and majesty throughout history. From the Lion door knocker at the Forbidden City in Beijing to Daniel Twining's Tea Man engraving in London, this iconic creature has left its mark on different cultures around the world. In 1750, Devereux Court in London witnessed the presence of a golden lion through an exquisite engraving by Daniel Twining. This depiction showcased the regal nature of this magnificent beast. Fast forward to 1894 at the Antwerp International Exposition where another enchanting engraving featured a golden lion. Its captivating allure drew visitors from far and wide as they marveled at its grandeur. The Spanish Armada scene from 1588 brought forth a color litho that depicted an awe-inspiring battle with a golden lion emblem prominently displayed. It symbolized courage and bravery amidst adversity. Moving closer to home, we find ourselves immersed in the Pagan May Day festival at Padstow, Cornwall. Here, year after year, locals celebrate with vibrant engravings showcasing their beloved hobby-horse adorned with none other than a resplendent golden lion. But it doesn't stop there; even modern times have embraced this majestic creature's charm. The Seasalter Pop Festival held on August 28th, 1976 in Kent was no exception as attendees reveled under sculptures featuring centerpiece artwork titled La Felsina La cvstodia—a mesmerizing representation of the golden lion's enduring legacy. Whether adorning ancient door knockers or gracing contemporary festivals and exhibitions worldwide, the "golden lion" continues to captivate hearts and minds alike with its timeless beauty and symbolism of strength and nobility.