The artwork, titled “Peaceable Kingdom,” was created by Edward Hicks in 1837. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is categorized as a religious painting. This piece is part of Hicks’s “Peaceable Kingdom” series.
The artwork depicts a tranquil scene where a variety of wild and domestic animals, including a lion, an ox, a leopard, and lambs, coexist harmoniously in the foreground. These animals are traditionally seen as natural adversaries, yet they seem to convey a sense of peace and mutual tolerance. Additionally, children are shown playing amongst the animals without fear. In the background, a group of figures can be seen engaging in conversation, likely signifying a peaceful dialogue. The serene landscape, with trees and a river, adds to the overall theme of tranquility and coexistence. The painting emphasizes a vision of utopian harmony, indicative of the artist’s Quaker beliefs and his hope for a peaceful world.
