Naturalist engraving of a hunting lion by Charles d'Orbigny
Naturalist engraving of a hunting lion by Charles d'Orbigny
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This reproduction illustrates a dynamic naturalist scene showing a male lion in the middle of hunting a gazelle, watched by a lioness. The arid scenery dotted with cacti reinforces the narrative and documentary aspect of this zoological plate in yellow and brown tones.
Drawn for the Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle by Charles d'Orbigny, this engraving reflects the aesthetics and mammalogical knowledge of the 19th century. The composition highlights the power of the feline through meticulous work on anatomy and movement.
This print is aimed at enthusiasts of wildlife and classical animal art. It constitutes a striking visual testimony to natural history, ideal for enriching a cabinet of curiosities or an office with an erudite note.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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