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Lions and Dead Quagga, by Thomas Baines
Lions and Dead Quagga, Vultures and Adjutants, Zululand, by Thomas Baines (1820-1875). (3 of 5) Date: 1874
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1874 Baines Dead Lion Lions Matabeleland Prey Quagga Striped Stripes Survival Vulture Vultures Wild Zebra Zululand Adjutants
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and power of the African wilderness with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Lions and Dead Quagga, Vultures and Adjutants, Zululand" by Thomas Baines, transports you to the heart of the African savannah. The image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the majesty of lions in their natural habitat, with the contrasting scene of a dead quagga lying nearby. The vultures and adjutants circling above add an intriguing layer of depth to this iconic work. Bring the essence of the African bushveld into your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print, available now through Media Storehouse's Rights Managed collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.5cm x 42cm (21.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Lions and Dead Quagga, Vultures and Adjutants
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is a captivating oil painting by the renowned Victorian artist Thomas Baines, created in 1874. This masterpiece showcases the raw and untamed beauty of the African wilderness, with its rich scenery, diverse wildlife, and the harsh realities of survival in the natural world. The painting depicts a group of majestic lions, their golden manes glowing against the lush green grasslands, as they gather around the carcass of a dead Quagga, an extinct subspecies of zebra. The Quagga's distinctive stripes, a unique blend of both zebra and horse patterns, are evident in the lifeless body, a stark reminder of the circle of life in the African savannah. Surrounding the scene are vultures and adjutants, scavenging the remains of the Quagga, their sharp eyes and beaks focused on their next meal. The vultures, with their dark, feathered bodies and distinctive wing shapes, are a common sight in the African skies, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem by cleaning up the land of decaying carcasses. The adjutants, with their regal white plumage and red faces, add a striking contrast to the scene, their long, curved beaks poised to tear into the flesh. Baines, a skilled artist and explorer, captured the essence of the African wilderness in this painting, providing a glimpse into the natural world of the late 1800s. The painting is a testament to the beauty and brutality of the natural world, and a reminder of the delicate balance that exists between predator and prey, life and death. This masterpiece, with its vivid colors and intricate details, is a must-see for anyone interested in the history and wildlife of Africa during the Victorian era.
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