Rosa Bonheur (1822–1899) is celebrated not only for her meticulous and dynamic portrayals of animals but also for her groundbreaking role as a woman in a male‑dominated art world.
Thanks for this wonderful review, Rogue! I absolutely adore the painting with the lions and cubs, I had never seen it before, it's really impressive. We have this one at Prado Museum. It's a very strange painting that nobody liked some decades ago but now everyone loves. I guess some things have their timing, and now it's the time when it gains momentum. It's a bit tacky too, like the cover of a heavy metal album, hahaha, but I love it so much!
Her incredible attention to detail brings the creature to life, from the rich texture of its mane to the depth in its eyes. It’s a stunning tribute to nature and her unmatched skill as an artist!
Thanks for this wonderful review, Rogue! I absolutely adore the painting with the lions and cubs, I had never seen it before, it's really impressive. We have this one at Prado Museum. It's a very strange painting that nobody liked some decades ago but now everyone loves. I guess some things have their timing, and now it's the time when it gains momentum. It's a bit tacky too, like the cover of a heavy metal album, hahaha, but I love it so much!
https://www.museodelprado.es/en/the-collection/art-work/el-cid/19984271-9cb6-476d-8655-f012e1fec1bf
Her incredible attention to detail brings the creature to life, from the rich texture of its mane to the depth in its eyes. It’s a stunning tribute to nature and her unmatched skill as an artist!