Learn about Rosa Bonheur—renowned animalière, or painter of animals—and her special connection with lions.

Rosa Bonheur, Study of a Lion's Head, c. 1872–75, graphite on gray wove paper. The Clark, Gift of Denison B. Hull, 1976.22

Rosa Bonheur, "Study of a Lion's Head"

Utagawa Hiroshige 
Japanese, 1797–1858 
Kinryūzan Temple: Asakusa, from One Hundred Famous Views of Edo
1856
Color woodblock print 
Gift of the Rodbell Family Collection, 2014 
2014.16.7

Utagawa Hiroshige, Kinryūzan Temple: Asakusa, from One Hundred Famous Views of Edo

Utagawa Kunisada II 
Japanese, 1823–1883 
The Maiden, from Lady Murasaki’s Tale of Genji Card Game
1857
Color woodblock print 
Anonymous gift, 1980
1980.50

Utagawa Kunisada II, The Maiden, from Lady Murasaki’s Tale of Genji Card Game

In 1950 Sterling and Francine Clark chartered the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute as a home for their extensive art collection. Opened to the public in 1955, the Clark has built upon this extraordinary group of works to become one of the most beloved and respected art museums in the world, known for its intimate galleries and stunning natural environment. One of the few institutions in the United States that combines a public art museum with research and academic programs, including a major art history library, the Clark is now a leading international center for research and discussion on the nature of art and art history. Building upon the founders’ legacy, the Clark completed its master plan for the twenty-first century. This final phase of a transformational campus expansion program adds new facilities to support the growth of museum and academic programs; enhances the visitor experience of the Clark; improves circulation throughout the campus; and creates new levels of environmental sustainability across its 140-acre grounds while maintaining the unique character of its beautiful rural setting.

Rosa Bonheur, "Study of a Lion's Head"

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