Sunday, September 11, 2011

Two Majesties


I was at the Milwaukee Art Museum this morning, and I saw this painting, which I don't recall seeing before, but which really struck me: The Two Majesties, by Jean-Léon Gérôme.

The lion contemplates the sun.
His claws rest on the rock.

If you disturb his peace for fun,
prepare to feel a shock.

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