Seated lion 1812 - 1814

This pencil sketch, "Seated Lion" by Théodore Géricault, exemplifies his talent for capturing the powerful forms of animals. Created between 1812 and 1814, this preliminary study showcases Géricault's meticulous approach to animal anatomy, evident in the carefully rendered details of the lion's musculature and posture. The sketch's gestural lines and expressive shading hint at the dynamism Géricault would later incorporate into his large-scale animal paintings.