Lion and Tortoise 1835

This 1835 pen and ink drawing by Eugène Delacroix, titled "Lion and Tortoise," depicts a seated lion looking down at a small tortoise. The lion is drawn in detail with a flowing mane and muscular body, while the tortoise is rendered more simply, emphasizing the contrasting sizes of the two animals. The composition and subject matter suggest a symbolic representation of strength and resilience, hinting at a classic Aesopian fable theme.