Lion Mauling a Dead Arab by Eugène Delacroix. A large lion stands over a fallen man in a dark, atmospheric outdoor landscape under a brooding sky.

Lion Mauling a Dead Arab

Eugène Delacroix

1847 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic and moody depiction of nature's raw power by Romantic master Eugène Delacroix.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

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Library · Study · Living Room
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1847, this work by Eugène Delacroix exemplifies the Romantic movement's fascination with exoticism and the untamed force of nature. The dramatic interplay of light and shadow highlights the tension between the powerful lion and its fallen subject, set against a dark, brooding landscape with masterful, painterly brushwork.

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