To find the Guardian, listen to the clues.

The Guardian is an imaginary animal

The Guardian is green

The Guardian has claws

The Guardian is made of bronze

The Guardian isn’t human

The Guardian has wings

Well done, you’ve found the Guardian!

Winged dragon
GUARDIAN
LEVEL 3

Warring States period, Northern China
475–221 BCE
Bronze
Louvre Abu Dhabi

A closer look

Did you know…?

Lucky Dragon In China, the dragon is a mythical creature that symbolizes good fortune and has control over water.

Animal Inspiration The dragon’s body is made up of parts from various animals such as an alligator, a type of cat, an ox, a bird, a stag, and a snake. Can you spot these different body parts in the design?

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Noble dragon,

what’s the matter?

I’m upset,

I can’t fly any more…

We’ll put the gallery back in order,

and then perhaps you’ll be able

to fly again

Really?

It’s your turn to play!

If you win all the games on the list, the Guardian will give its Star to you.