Snow Lion

Snow Lion-National Animal Symbol of Tibet Acrylic on canvas 20" x 24"

The revered and whimsical Snow Lion is the national animal symbol of Tibet and is one of four guardian animals that symbolize overcoming the four great fears; Birth, Disease, Old Age and Death. His image can be found on flags, seals, coins and on the insignia of His Holiness the Dali Lama. Snow Lion is the symbol of Shakyamuni Buddha, also known as Shakyaseinha, the lion of the Shakya clan. This inhabitant of the Himalayan Mountains is often depicted playfully leaping from mountain top to mountain top. Snow Lions’ eyes are turned up representing his reincarnation into this world.