The artwork, titled “Holy Mountain III,” was created by Horace Pippin in 1945. It is a part of the Naïve Art, or Primitivism, movement and is classified as a religious painting.
The artwork portrays a serene and harmonious scene set against a backdrop of lush, dark forest. It features a diverse assembly of animals and a central figure dressed in white, holding a shepherd’s staff, suggesting a pastoral setting with spiritual undertones. Among the animals depicted are a lion, a leopard, a wolf, and lambs, all coexisting peacefully, symbolizing unity and tranquility. The ground is adorned with intricately painted flowers, suggesting a paradise-like environment. The overall composition and the use of vivid colors contribute to the painting’s naive charm and symbolic depth.
