Lion of the Atlas Mountains 1829 - 1830

This lithograph, *Lion of the Atlas Mountains*, was created by renowned French Romantic painter Eugène Delacroix in 1829-1830. The image depicts a powerful lion resting in a rocky cave, its muscular form and sharp claws contrasting with the soft shadows of the cave. Delacroix's masterful use of chiaroscuro emphasizes the lion's majestic presence and creates a sense of drama and intensity. This artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Delacroix's fascination with the animal kingdom and his ability to capture the raw power of nature.