relief winged lion rampant position the base pillar cortona cathedral italy

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Pictured is a relief of a winged lion in rampant position on the base of a pillar on the Cortona Cathedral in Cortona, Italy. A beast rampant is depicted in profile standing with forepaws raised. In heraldy the lion symbolizes bravery, valour, strength and royalty.