Lioness Resting by Johannes Cornelis van Essen. A majestic lioness lies peacefully on a pale, dusty ground against a textured rock face, looking directly at the viewer.

Lioness Resting

Johannes Cornelis van Essen

1885 · Oil Paint, Panel

A majestic lioness rests with a calm, direct gaze in this masterful 19th-century animal study.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Office · Study
Placement
Reads naturally above long furniture lines
Walls
Reads clearest against mid or deeper wall tones
Color notes
Soft sage, Soft cream, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1885 by Johannes Cornelis van Essen, this oil on panel depicts a lioness resting against a rocky backdrop. The artist expertly captures the animal's noble presence and soft fur texture using a harmonious palette of warm ochres and cool greys. Van Essen's naturalist approach and confident brushwork make this a sophisticated and timeless piece for any interior.

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