Leeuwengevecht 1837 - 1840

"Leeuwengevecht" (Lion Fight) is a black and white engraving by Dutch artist Carel Christiaan Antony Last, created between 1837 and 1840. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a dramatic scene of two lions engaged in a fierce struggle, capturing the raw power and intensity of the animal kingdom. Last's meticulous detail in the lions' musculature and expressions gives a realistic depiction of a natural battle, creating a captivating visual narrative. The artwork showcases Last's mastery of the engraving technique, achieving a remarkable level of detail and tonal range.