Majesty & Mockery
 
Every throne casts a shadow.
 
Seated beneath the weight of crown and ceremony, the lion embodies authority, strength, and the timeless image of the sovereign. Yet beside him stands the court fool—a laughing hyena whose presence reminds us that power and absurdity have always existed side by side.
 
Inspired by medieval courts and the archetypes that shape so many human stories, Majesty & Mockery explores the delicate balance between reverence and satire. The lion commands the room with unquestioned presence, while the hyena's laughter quietly asks whether any throne is ever truly beyond ridicule.
 
Rendered in soft pastel, this piece blends wildlife with storytelling, inviting the viewer to look beyond the animals themselves and consider the roles we all play—the ruler, the observer, and the fool.
 
24x24 signed original pastel painting on PastelMat paper. Comes with a beauitiful ornate wood frame, acid-free mat, & UV protective glass. 
 
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