A Lion Snarling
1625[-]1633
![A Lion Snarling by Cornelis Saftleven, 1625[-]1633](https://www.thequadro.com/api/storage/artworks/thumb/l/cornelis-saftleven/cornelis-saftleven_a-lion-snarling_2f16bfe7)
Cornelis Saftleven captures a moment of pure, unadulterated rage in this Baroque-era study of a lion. The beast is caught mid-roar, mouth agape to reveal a terrifying set of teeth, yet there's something almost comical about its wide-eyed, upward gaze. Saftleven was known for his animal studies, often observing them in menageries or fairs, and this piece shows his keen eye for texture and expression. The monogram in the corner confirms his hand, reminding us that even the king of beasts was a popular subject for 17th-century Dutch artists looking to master the natural world.
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