I've loved African lions since I was a little girl and read about the adventures of George and Joy Adamson in Kenya. When I saw this lioness, who I affectionately dubbed "Elsa," I knew I had to have her. My husband even constructed a perch for her in our "tropical saloon," aka sun room. She has a great view of our comings and goings, and she is a topic of conversation with all our friends and family. Our "Elsa" is made very well. She is rugged and very realistic in appearance. Her "lazy afternoon" pose is perfect and inspiring. She is obviously not a full-size lioness, but for the price, she is excellent quality and big enough to make all who encounter her do a double take. If you have a soft spot in your heart for big cats, you will love this lioness. She is a real beauty.