Peaceable Kingdom 1849

Edward Hicks’s *Peaceable Kingdom* (1849) depicts a scene of peace and harmony between humans and animals, inspired by the biblical prophecy of Isaiah 11:6. The painting features a diverse range of animals, including a lion, tiger, leopard, cow, and sheep, all peacefully coexisting in a lush landscape. This work is a prime example of the folk art movement in America, known for its simple, narrative style and religious themes. Hicks, a Quaker preacher, painted numerous versions of this subject, making it one of his most iconic and enduring works.