The Lion Hunt by Eugène Delacroix. A dramatic oil study showing a turbulent scene of riders on horses engaged in a fierce hunt with lions.

The Lion Hunt

Eugène Delacroix

1854 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A powerful Romantic-era study capturing the raw energy and movement of a fierce lion hunt.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with rich warm-brown color — gives the room a clear visual center.

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Library · Study · Office
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Rich brown, Olive green, Deep burgundy

About the piece

This energetic oil study by Eugène Delacroix showcases the French Romantic master's expressive brushwork and fascination with movement. The scene captures a chaotic lion hunt, where hunters and horses are swept into a swirling, dramatic composition typical of his mid-19th-century works.

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