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Elk Surprised by a Lynx

Antoine-Louis Barye

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts an elk struggling with two wolves, one on its neck. The elk is shown in motion with its mouth open. The surface is textured to represent fur and terrain. The sculpture is dark-colored, likely bronze, giving it a polished finish. The animals appear life-sized, conveying realism and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
model 1841, cast by 1873
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
14075 × 9867 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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