Lion 2
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Rosa Bonheur's Lion 2 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Rosa Bonheur's Lion 2 (also known as Lion at Home) is a captivating 19th-century masterpiece that showcases the artist's unparalleled skill in animal portraiture. Painted in 1880 during Bonheur's later career, this realistic yet dynamic work depicts a majestic lion at rest, his powerful muscles relaxed yet exuding quiet authority. The richly textured fur, luminous golden tones, and lifelike gaze demonstrate her scientific observation (she kept lions in her estate) blended with Romantic grandeur. As one of history's few celebrated female animaliers, Bonheur broke gender barriers - her meticulous oil technique rivaled male contemporaries while her sympathetic wildlife depictions influenced later conservation art. Commissioned by wealthy patrons, Lion 2 exemplifies her signature blend of zoological accuracy and regal theatricality, solidifying her status as France's premier animal painter after her famous The Horse Fair.
For interior styling, this masterpiece commands spaces needing gravitas—consider it above a mantel in a study or as a focal point in a executive office. Its warm ochres and burnt sienna palette pair beautifully with dark walnut furniture, cognac leather, or brass accents. Choose gilded frames for traditional settings or a minimalist black float frame in contemporary spaces to highlight the dramatic contrast between the lion's mane and the shadowy background. Ideal for rooms with high ceilings, the original's sizable dimensions (approximately 46×35 inches) demand reproduction scaling to maintain impact—go for at least 24×20 inches in smaller areas. Flank with directional lighting to emulate museum-grade presentation, or balance its intensity alongside neutral textiles and minimalist decor for modern tension. This iconic work particularly enhances spaces evoking leadership, courage, or scholarly sophistication.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
