Lioness and Cubs n.d.

Sawrey Gilpin's "Lioness and Cubs" is a delicate watercolor depicting a lioness and her cubs resting in a rocky landscape. The artist, known for his animal studies, used subtle tones of brown and gray to capture the textures of fur and rock, creating a sense of naturalism and intimacy. The composition emphasizes the protective nature of the lioness, who sits upright while her cubs, partially obscured, lie at her feet. This piece, held at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Gilpin's mastery of animal anatomy and his keen observation of wildlife.