Een leeuw vechtend met een leeuwin 1600

This etching, created in 1600 by Italian artist Antonio Tempesta, depicts a dramatic scene of two lions locked in a fierce battle. The detailed rendering of the lions' musculature and the dynamic poses convey the intensity of the struggle. The use of hatching and cross-hatching, a common technique in etching, adds depth and texture to the print. Tempesta, known for his skill in depicting animals, captures the raw power and ferocity of these magnificent creatures, making it a captivating example of 17th-century animal art.