Roaring lion's head 1835

"Roaring Lion's Head" is a watercolor painting by Eugène Delacroix, created in 1835. The piece depicts a close-up view of a lion's head, with its mouth open in a roar. Delacroix's skilled use of brushstrokes and washes creates a sense of dynamism and energy, capturing the animal's powerful presence. The artwork is notable for its realistic portrayal of the lion's features and its evocative use of light and shadow. This study of a lion, likely made from life, demonstrates Delacroix’s interest in animal anatomy, which he later incorporated into his paintings.