This thesis unveils how the important and royal image of the lion changed in China after it arrived from India. The lion became the royal guardian in China and evidence of the impressive image of...Show moreThis thesis unveils how the important and royal image of the lion changed in China after it arrived from India. The lion became the royal guardian in China and evidence of the impressive image of this guardian is found in the many conserved guardian lion statues. However, over time the image of the lion became more diverse in China. It was increasingly represented as a harmless and even cute animal. Moreover, the image did not just stay in the high classes of society, it became popular under the common public as well. Because of the growing demand for entertainment and decoration in an urbanized society, the image of the lion was adapted. Funny and harmless lions are more decorative and amusing than the frightening ones that protected the imperial houses.Show less
