Antique sculpture of a Balinese lion singa, made of solid wood, covered with paints. The lion singa is sacred. Such sculptures were installed in sacred places, such as houses, temples, guarded the entrance, first of all, from evil spirits.The image of singa is similar to demonic, fangs and bulging eyes here act as a powerful defense against demons, these are the features that can drive away uninvited spirits. The lion singa is strength, military prowess and power, a symbol of noble origin and power. Bali, Indonesia, 20th century.