Peaceable Kingdom 1849

edwardhicks

abstract painting

impressionist painting style

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

surrealist

watercolor

"Peaceable Kingdom" (1849) by Edward Hicks is a painting depicting a peaceful scene inspired by the biblical prophecy of a time when lions will lay down with lambs. Hicks, a Quaker preacher and house painter, created numerous versions of this iconic work, capturing the idyllic vision of a world free from violence and conflict. The painting's simple composition, with its serene landscape and harmonious animal figures, embodies the Quaker belief in peace and goodwill. Hicks's "Peaceable Kingdom" is a testament to the enduring power of hope and the timeless appeal of a world united in harmony.