Artwork
Don Quixote and the Lion
Don Quixote and the Lion is a drawing by Charles Robert Leslie. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The drawing 'Don Quixote and the Lion' was created by Charles Leslie in 1850. It is a sketch depicting a scene from literature.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a figure in antiquated armor, armed with a sword and shield, confronting a lion tethered to a stone pillar. The lion appears fierce yet calm, set against a backdrop of a building and a rugged landscape.
Technique & Style
Leslie employed rapid, loose lines to convey action and movement, eschewing detailed rendering. The tight wrapping of the lion's chain around the pillar adds to the sense of tension and confinement.
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