Lion
1754
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1754
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a lion with its mouth open and eyes gleaming. The lion's mane is thick and plentiful, made up of short brushstrokes. The darkest parts of the mane lack definition, but the chestnut shades have shadows and highlights that look real. Check out the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists use contrast to create depth.
