Regal Lion
Contemporary painting on canvas, decorative wall art • Signed 'Edward Wilson'; likely a commercial artist or a pseudonym used for mass-market decorative gallery art
Style & Movement
Contemporary Decorative Realism with expressive abstraction elements
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including oil or acrylic with heavy impasto and metallic gold drip accents
Creation Period
Early 21st century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 48 x 36 inches; vertical portrait format
Subject Description
A frontal close-up portrait of a male lion's head. The composition emphasizes the mane through thick, gestural brushstrokes and gold paint splatters, suggesting power and majesty. The eyes are rendered with high detail to create a focal point against a dark background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; the work appears to be a new retail item in pristine condition
Estimated Market Value
$200 - $500 (Retail furniture store pricing)
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150
Provenance History
The item is located in a retail environment (Bob's Discount Furniture) as indicated by the 'Bob's' blue tag attached to the frame
Art Historical Significance
Low art historical significance; the piece is designed for commercial interior decoration rather than as a museum-quality original fine art investment
Notable Features
Includes a retail tag from Bob's Discount Furniture; features heavy impasto texture and vertical gold drip effects characteristic of modern luxury-style decorative prints/paintings
Condition Issues
None visible; new retail condition
Conservation Recommendations
Standard indoor display away from direct sunlight; dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth; no active conservation required