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A Lion Driving a Pair of Leopards off a Dead Stag, (oi on canvas)
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A Lion Driving a Pair of Leopards off a Dead Stag, (oi on canvas)
827737 A Lion Driving a Pair of Leopards off a Dead Stag, (oi on canvas) by Ruthart, Carl Borromaus Andreas (c.1630-c.1703); 70x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lion Driving a Pair of Leopards off a Dead Stag. Carl Borromaus Andreas Ruthart (c.1630-c.1703). Oil on canvas. 70 x 60cm.); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22485004
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Animal In The Wild Animal Theme Animal Themes Animals In The Wild Big Cat Deer Driving Feline Herding Hooved Mammal Late 17th Century Late Seventeenth Century Leopard Livelihood Matching Medium Group Medium Group Of Animals Natural Phenomena Negative Concept Old Master Paintings Pair Paired Stag Working Life Mortality Occupation
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In this oil painting by Carl Borromaus Andreas Ruthart, titled "A Lion Driving a Pair of Leopards off a Dead Stag" we are transported to the untamed wilderness where nature's drama unfolds. The scene depicts a lion fiercely defending its prized kill from two leopards who dare challenge its authority. Ruthart's masterful brushstrokes bring the animals to life, capturing their strength and agility in exquisite detail. The vibrant colors of the canvas enhance the intensity of the confrontation, as if freezing time itself for us to witness this primal struggle. The composition is balanced and dynamic, with the majestic lion positioned at the center driving away his adversaries. The dead stag lies motionless on rocky terrain, symbolizing both life's fragility and inevitable end. It serves as a reminder that even in death, there is still value and purpose. This artwork not only showcases Ruthart's technical skill but also explores deeper themes such as survival, power dynamics, and mortality. It invites viewers to contemplate our own place within nature's grand tapestry and reflect on our own struggles for existence. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece captured beautifully by Bridgeman Images' photography, we cannot help but be drawn into this ancient battle between predator and prey. Through art like this, we are reminded of the timeless beauty found in nature's rawest moments.
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