Horse Frightened by a Lion
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The story behind the motif
Poster with the painting Horse Frightened by a Lion (in 1770) by the British artist George Stubbs (1724–1806).
The painting depicts a dramatic moment where a white horse backs away in terror before a menacing lion. Stubbs captures the horse's panicked expression and tense musculature with great precision. The horse's body is twisted in a dynamic movement, which enhances the sense of escape and surprise. The lion, placed in the background but still clearly present, adds to the intensity of the scene and creates a dramatic contrast between the predator and the vulnerable horse.
George Stubbs was one of the most important animal painters of the 18th century, known for his outstanding anatomical accuracy and his ability to capture the expression and character of animals. He spent several years studying the anatomy of the horse, which is evident in his detailed and lifelike works. Horse Frightened by a Lion is one of his most famous subjects and demonstrates his skill in combining nature studies with dramatic narrative.
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