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The Retreating Lions, 1902 (oil on canvas)
CH402330 The Retreating Lions, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 83.3x129.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Rentree des Felins; ); Photo © Christies Images
Media ID 25455452
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Arena Barbaric Beating Blood Bloody Corpse Corpses Cruelty Jean Leon Gerome Lions Retreating Bodies Brawl Brawling Fighting Conflict
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Leon Gerome's "The Retreating Lions" into your home with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This exquisite oil on canvas painting, originally created in 1902, showcases Gerome's mastery of light and texture as the lions retreat into the shadows. Add an air of sophistication and artistry to any room with this stunning reproduction. Experience the magic of this iconic work of art every day. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print of "The Retreating Lions" today.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Retreating Lions, 1902
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Jean Leon Gerome. This powerful artwork, measuring 83.3x129.5 cm, depicts a scene of intense conflict and brutality in ancient Rome. In this vivid portrayal, we witness the aftermath of a fierce battle between lions in an arena. The blood-stained corpses of these majestic creatures lie strewn across the ground as they retreat from their savage confrontation. Gerome's attention to detail brings forth the rawness and cruelty inherent in such spectacles. The artist skillfully captures the essence of death and violence within this classical setting. The retreating lions symbolize both strength and vulnerability, reminding us of our own mortality amidst the relentless cycle of life and death. This painting serves as a commentary on the barbaric nature of Roman entertainment during that era. It invites contemplation about our own society's fascination with violence as a form of amusement. Gerome's masterful brushstrokes bring life to this haunting composition, evoking emotions ranging from shock to awe. "The Retreating Lions" stands as a testament to his artistic prowess and ability to provoke thought through visual storytelling. As we gaze upon this remarkable work of art, we are reminded not only of its historical significance but also its timeless relevance in questioning humanity's capacity for cruelty and our relationship with nature itself.
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