Daniel in the Lion's Den
1853
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
1853
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
The painting depicts a man, Daniel, seated in a den surrounded by lions. He is dressed in a green robe and white shorts, with a red strap across his shoulder. The lions appear calm, with one lying down and others standing around him. The background is dark, with a faint light source above. The scene is rendered in muted colors, with the lions and Daniel's clothing standing out against the dark backdrop. The overall mood is one of serenity, despite the potentially dangerous situation. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Eugène Delacroix.
