Barbary Lion Collection

Barbary Lion, 1860 (colour litho)
998771 Barbary Lion, 1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der SAaugetiere in ihren)

Barbary lion skull
Oldest UK skull of a North African Barbary lion, Panthera leo leo, dated to 1280-1385. The lion was part of the royal zoo in the Tower of London 700 years ago

Lion skull viewed from the front
Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s, now in the collections at the Natural History Museum

Barbary Lion (Panthera leo leo) adult male, close-up of head

Lion skull with lower jaw viewed from left side
Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s, now in the collections at the Natural History Museum

Detail shot of partially infilled foramen magnum lion skull
Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s, now in the collections at the Natural History Museum

Lion skull with lower jaw viewed from right side
Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s, now in the collections at the Natural History Museum

Panthera leo, lion
Lion skull viewed from the rear. Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s. Now held in the collections at the Natural History Museum, London

Lion skull with lower jaw viewed from the front
Remains found in the moat of the Tower of London during the 1930s, now in the collections at the Natural History Museum

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The majestic Barbary lion, also known as Panthera leo leo, once roamed the Atlas Mountains of North Africa. This incredible creature captivates us even today, with its powerful presence and regal mane. In 1860, a stunning color lithograph was created to showcase the beauty of this magnificent beast. The image depicts a Barbary lion in all its glory – its muscular body poised for action, its golden fur shining under the sun's rays, and is a true testament to the grandeur of these lions. But it is not just their appearance that makes them remarkable; it is also their history. The Barbary lion has long been extinct in the wild, surviving only through remnants such as skulls found by archeologists over time. One such skull captures our attention – weathered and aged but still holding secrets from centuries past. Its intricate details tell stories of battles fought and territories claimed. As we gaze upon it, we can't help but wonder about the lives these lions led and how they thrived in their natural habitat. Another skull viewed from the front reveals sharp fangs that were once used to bring down prey with precision and power. These teeth are evidence of an apex predator at work - a hunter capable of taking down large herbivores effortlessly. A third skull showcases the lower jaw when viewed from the left side - a reminder that every aspect of this animal's anatomy was designed for survival and dominance. The Barbary lion may be gone from our world now, but its legacy lives on through art like this lithograph and remains discovered by scientists who continue to study these fascinating creatures. Let us remember this iconic species with awe and reverence as we reflect on what was lost but never forgotten – an emblematic symbol of strength, courage, and untamed wilderness forever etched into history's pages.