The sculpture depicts a scene of a large feline dominating a smaller combatant. The feline is poised above its prey, with its body tense and muscles defined. The sculpture is made of darkly patinated bronze, giving it an earthy appearance. The piece captures a moment frozen in time, allowing viewers to observe the details of the animals' forms and the interaction.
Artwork Details
- Date
- model 1839, cast by 1873
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 12818 × 9156 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original