The artwork titled “Peaceable Kingdom” was created by Edward Hicks in 1830. It is part of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the genre of religious painting. This piece is also part of a series known as “Peaceable Kingdom.”
The artwork depicts a serene and harmonious scene where various animals, typically natural adversaries, coexist peacefully. A prominent figure, perhaps a symbolic representation of innocence or a biblical character, stands surrounded by a lion, an ox, a sheep, and other creatures. The background features a gathering of people, seemingly engaged in a procession or meeting, holding banners with inscriptions that promote peace and goodwill. The landscape is characterized by lush vegetation, gently rolling hills, and a sky with soft hues, contributing to the overall sense of tranquility and unity that the painting conveys.
