Adventurous Art by Daniel Eskridge
The Nemean Lion
The Nemean Lion
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This is a print from one of Daniel's oil pastel works.
The Nemean Lion is a creature from Greek mythology, most famous for being one of the challenges that the hero Heracles (Hercules) faced during his Twelve Labors. This lion was said to have skin so tough that it was impervious to weapons like swords, spears, and arrows. According to myth, the lion terrorized the region of Nemea, killing anyone who tried to pass through.
In the first of his Twelve Labors, Heracles was tasked with slaying the Nemean Lion. Since no weapon could pierce its hide, Heracles had to wrestle the lion and eventually killed it by strangling it with his bare hands. Afterward, Heracles skinned the lion using its own claws and wore the impenetrable hide as armor, which became a key part of his iconic image.
The Nemean Lion is often depicted in ancient Greek art and literature as a symbol of immense strength and an insurmountable challenge, representing the idea of conquering something impossible through sheer force and ingenuity.
From the artist: Big cats are one of my favorite themes in art. Usually I go for realism, but, for this one, I wanted a more expressive artwork, so I adopted a more impressionistic style.
Thanks for looking,
Daniel Eskridge (FineArtByDaniel.com)
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This print (fulfilled by Printful) has a partly glossy, partly matte finish and it'll add a touch of sophistication to any room.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Considerations:
• Prints may seem a bit darker than what you see on the screen as the print is not illuminated the way a computer monitor is.
• Depending on the size selected, some cropping may occur.
• The print is unframed and will be shipped rolled in a tube.
• As the print is created when you order, please allow 2-3 weeks for printing and shipping.
• Because the print is created on demand, We do not accept returns; however, if there is a problem with your order, please contact us and we will work with you to remedy any issues.
The Nemean Lion is a creature from Greek mythology, most famous for being one of the challenges that the hero Heracles (Hercules) faced during his Twelve Labors. This lion was said to have skin so tough that it was impervious to weapons like swords, spears, and arrows. According to myth, the lion terrorized the region of Nemea, killing anyone who tried to pass through.
In the first of his Twelve Labors, Heracles was tasked with slaying the Nemean Lion. Since no weapon could pierce its hide, Heracles had to wrestle the lion and eventually killed it by strangling it with his bare hands. Afterward, Heracles skinned the lion using its own claws and wore the impenetrable hide as armor, which became a key part of his iconic image.
The Nemean Lion is often depicted in ancient Greek art and literature as a symbol of immense strength and an insurmountable challenge, representing the idea of conquering something impossible through sheer force and ingenuity.
From the artist: Big cats are one of my favorite themes in art. Usually I go for realism, but, for this one, I wanted a more expressive artwork, so I adopted a more impressionistic style.
Thanks for looking,
Daniel Eskridge (FineArtByDaniel.com)
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This print (fulfilled by Printful) has a partly glossy, partly matte finish and it'll add a touch of sophistication to any room.
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Considerations:
• Prints may seem a bit darker than what you see on the screen as the print is not illuminated the way a computer monitor is.
• Depending on the size selected, some cropping may occur.
• The print is unframed and will be shipped rolled in a tube.
• As the print is created when you order, please allow 2-3 weeks for printing and shipping.
• Because the print is created on demand, We do not accept returns; however, if there is a problem with your order, please contact us and we will work with you to remedy any issues.
