The Large Lion Hunt by Rembrandt van Rijn shows a chaotic scene with several men on horseback hunting a lion. The men wear turbans and hold spears. The horses are rearing up and kicking out. One horse is on the ground, and a lion is on top of it. The lion's mouth is open, and its claws are extended. The men are dressed in loose-fitting clothing. In the background, there are palm-like trees. The drawing is in black and white with heavy lines. The paper is aged and has a yellowish border around it. The image is dense with motion lines. The scene is dynamic and violent. The style is highly detailed and expressive.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 900 × 691 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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