Lion Socks

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Socks developed from Edward Kemeys’ Lion, 1893, from the Art Institute of Chicago’s collection.Iconic guardians of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Lions have stood at the Michiga n Avenue entrance since the building’s inaugural year. The site became the museum’s permanent home at the conclusion of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Modeled by Edward Kemeys, an essentially self-taught artist and the nation’s first great animalier (sculptor of animals), the lion pair was unveiled May 10, 1894 Size: Women 7-11, Men 6-10. Materials: 71% Cotton, 15% Polyester, 12% Nylon, 2% Spandex Machine Washable. Show more