Not dead yet (1900)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Titled "Not Dead Yet" and crafted by artist Udo Keppler in 1900, this poignant and evocative painting weaves a tale of resilience and untamed spirit. The artwork features a majestic lion, exuding strength and defiance, standing its ground against ominous circling vultures under a moonlit sky. The lion, with its mane flowing and eyes wide with passionate refusal to succumb, roars defiantly at the birds that hover close, likely symbolizing scavengers waiting for the lion's demise.Keppler's choice of a dark, moody palette intensifies the dramatic tension of the scene, highlighting the stark contrast between the earthy tones of the lion and the shadowy greys and blacks of the evening sky. The scene is set in a desolate, rocky landscape that underscores the harshness of the lion's struggle.This painting is not only a display of Keppler's artistic prowess but also serves as a metaphor for endurance and survival in the face of overwhelming challenges.
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Udo J. Keppler, since 1894. known as Joseph Keppler, Jr., was an American political cartoonist, publisher, and Native American advocate. The son of cartoonist Joseph Keppler (1838–1894), who founded Puck magazine, the younger Keppler also contributed to cartoons, and after his father's death became co-owner of the magazine under the name Joseph Keppler. He was also a collector of Native American artifacts.