Sleeping Lions

Französische Grafik 1830–1844, possibly 1830s

The image shows two lions in a natural setting. One lion is lying on the ground, while the other is reclined on its back. Surrounding the lions are rocky terrain, sparse vegetation, and pale tree trunks. The lighting is soft, indicating either late in the day or early morning. The colors consist of rich browns, cool grays, and muted greens, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1830–1844
Date
possibly 1830s
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor on paper
Dimensions
28.58 × 46.04 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows two lions in a natural setting. One lion is lying on the ground, while the other is reclined on its back. Surrounding the lions are rocky terrain, sparse vegetation, and pale tree trunks. The lighting is soft, indicating either late in the day or early morning. The colors consist of rich browns, cool grays, and muted greens, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Französische Grafik 1830–1844