Zebra 1763

George Stubbs's "Zebra" (1763) is a striking example of the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his fascination with the natural world. The painting depicts a single zebra standing in a wooded landscape, its distinctive black and white stripes rendered with remarkable accuracy. Stubbs's careful observation of the animal's anatomy and its interaction with its environment, combined with his mastery of oil painting, creates a lifelike and captivating portrait. This artwork, completed during the height of the Enlightenment, reflects a growing interest in exotic animals and scientific exploration during the 18th century.