Old Lion Insulted

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This evocative sketch, titled "Old Lion Insulted," captures a dramatic scene where the majesty of an aged lion is challenged by a group of bold horses. Drawn by Samuel Howitt, a renowned artist known for his works depicting wildlife, the pencil sketch is both dynamic and emotionally charged. An expression of age versus youth, the once-mighty lion is shown lower, almost overwhelmed, facing direct aggression from the spirited equines.Howitt’s use of delicate yet swift pencil strokes encapsulates the motion and tension of the encounter. The lion, with his mane still full but his body perhaps weary, faces the horses whose heads and legs are animated in posture and attitude suggesting confrontation and disrespect.This piece invites viewers to reflect on themes of respect, power, the inevitability of aging, and perhaps, the resilience of dignity in the face of adversity. The open composition leaves much of the story to the viewer's imagination, making it a compelling example of storytelling through visual art.

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Samuel Howitt was an English painter, illustrator and etcher of animals, hunting, horse-racing and landscape scenes. He worked in both oils and watercolors.