George Stubbs / Lion Attacking a Horse (1765) – Hand-Painted Oil Reproduction by Dafen Village Studio

Executed in 1765, Lion Attacking a Horse is one of the definitive smaller-scale variations of George Stubbs’ iconic animal confrontation series. Predating the full-fledged Romantic movement, Stubbs pioneered the concept of the Sublime in nature—contrasting the absolute terror and taut musculature of a white horse with the primal ferocity of an attacking lion. Housed in the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) in Melbourne, Australia, this composition stands as a milestone of 18th-century wildlife painting and anatomical mastery.

Studio Craftsmanship & Quality Highlights

• 100% Hand-Painted Execution: Hand-painted from scratch by senior studio artists with specialized training in 18th-century glazing and animal anatomy.

• Dramatic Lighting & Texture: Multiple transparent glazes and fine oil brushwork are layered to capture the glowing coat of the terrified horse, the dark stormy sky, and the rough landscape texture.

• Archival Linen Canvas: Executed on heavy-duty, museum-grade linen canvas that resists yellowing, cracking, and environmental wear over time.

• Authentic Scale: Rendered at the precise $66 \times 97\text{ cm}$ ($26.0 \times 38.2\text{ in.}$) dimensions to reflect the exact scale and balance of the NGV original.

Recommended Space Placement

• Residential Spaces: Perfect above a fireplace mantel, in a private study or library, over a formal dining room sideboard, or as a hallway anchor.

• Commercial Spaces: Ideal for traditional law firm offices, executive suites, private club rooms, and boutique hotel lounges.