Reclining Lion c. 1650

"Reclining Lion" is a pen and brown ink drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn from around 1650. The drawing, which is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a lion in a relaxed pose with its head resting on its paws. It is considered a study of the animal's anatomy, with Rembrandt capturing its musculature and texture with great detail. The drawing showcases Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow, highlighting the lion's form against the light background.