Head of a Lioness 1891

Wilhelm Kuhnert, known for his detailed animal paintings, created this portrait of a lioness in 1891. The work captures the animal's powerful presence with a close-up view of its head and a subtle background of a grassy landscape. Kuhnert's realistic depiction of the lioness's fur, with its intricate patterns and textures, highlights his skill in capturing animal anatomy. This painting exemplifies the artist's focus on the beauty and wildness of the natural world, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre.