Maagd en leeuw van Vlaanderen 1870

"Maagd en leeuw van Vlaanderen" (Virgin and Lion of Flanders) is a drawing created in 1870 by Belgian artist Karel Ooms. The artwork depicts a female figure, representing Flanders, standing on a lion and holding a flag with the inscription "Vlaanderen Leeuw" (Flanders Lion). The lion is a symbol of strength and courage, reflecting the Flemish national identity. Ooms's work is a powerful and evocative depiction of Flemish pride and patriotism. It is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the essence of a nation through symbolic imagery.