A beautifully carved, free-standing wooden sculpture representing a Balinese winged lion, known as Singa Bersayap or Singa Ambara. Traditionally associated with temple architecture and ceremonial processions, these mythical creatures served as symbolic guardians and mounts (wahana) for deities during religious celebrations. This example is possibly from Singaraja, Northern Bali, a region renowned for its distinctive woodcarving traditions and craftsmanship in nangka wood (jackfruit wood).
 
The sculpture features an expressive combination of leonine and canine characteristics, with prominent rounded eyes, protruding fangs, an elaborate mane and a pair of outstretched wings. Its dynamic crouching posture is complemented by smaller animal figures, including a mouse and a deer, intricately incorporated into the composition. The Singa motif has roots in Indian artistic traditions, symbolising strength, sovereignty and protection, and became deeply embedded in Balinese Hindu-Buddhist art and architecture.

Dimensions:
77 cm (H) × 33 cm (L) × 36 cm (W)