“A Horse Frightened by a Lion” by George Stubbs, created in 1770, is an oil painting on canvas belonging to the Romanticism movement. This artwork, which measures 126 x 100.1 cm, is categorized as an animal painting and is currently housed at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
The painting vividly captures a moment of intense drama between a horse and a lion. Set against a backdrop of rugged, mountainous terrain under a sky partially cloaked with clouds, the scene unfolds in a natural setting that exudes tension and fear. A white horse, its body contorted in terror, fixates on the menacing presence of a lion, which lurks nearby with a fierce gaze. The contrast between the horse’s pale coat and the dark, ominous landscape heightens the sense of urgency and fear that pervades the artwork. The detailed rendering of the animal’s expressions and posture underscores Stubbs’ mastery in depicting emotional intensity and natural beauty within his art.
