Richmond in Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Chinese Guardian Lions

Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 10, 2018

1. Chinese Guardian Lions Marker

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Chinese Guardian Lions This pair of Chinese guardian lions were presented by Sir John Ramsden in 1958. They are superb examples of Chinese sculpture and are similar to those made of bronze, which stand in the grounds of the Imperial Palace at Peking.

These stone lions weigh about ten tons each and were probably made in the 18th century, though they may possibly date from the Ming period (1368-1644).

Please do not climb on the lions.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Horticulture & Forestry.

Location. 51° 28.736′ N, 0° 17.462′ W. Marker is in Richmond, England, in Greater London. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Kew Road and Lichfield Road, on the left when traveling north. Located in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Richmond, England TW9 3JR, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Kew Guild War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Temple of Bellona (about 180 meters away, measured in a direct line); Barbara Everest

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Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 10, 2018

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(approx. 0.2 kilometers away); King William’s Temple (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); The Queen’s Garden (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); The Fox (approx. 4.4 kilometers away); Orangery Project (approx. 7.8 kilometers away); Victoria R (approx. 7.8 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Richmond.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 10, 2018

3. Chinese Guardian Lions

Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 10, 2018

4. Chinese Guardian Lions

Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 13, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 115 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 13, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.