Q131585303
1864
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1864
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Q131585303 is a 1864 oil by Rudolf Koller, a Realism work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
This painting depicts a lion lying on the ground, facing the viewer. The lion's fur is a mix of light and dark brown, with a long mane and a tail that extends to the left. The background is a dark gray sky above a brown landscape. The lion appears to be resting or sleeping, with its head lowered and eyes partially closed. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of calmness and serenity. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting. The artist's use of this technique creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the lion's face and body.
