Mane carefully groomed, lace collar and ceremonial doublet, a lion strikes the pose of a great Baroque-era lord. The big cat wears the trappings of the official portrait with regal composure, and the result hovers between genuine grandeur and a knowing wink. It could pass for a collector's canvas hung in a hushed gallery, so carefully is the illusion carried right down to the grain of the paint. Muted light, rich textures, a haughty expression: everything conspires to cast this feline as a dignitary of the first rank.

This portrait joins our gallery of animals raised to noble status in the way of the old masters, found in our Animal Portraits collection. In a study, a library or a hushed living room, it commands a witty kind of presence. The warmth of its golds and browns sets a plush mood, poised between owned grandeur and quiet mischief. It appeals to lovers of classical decor and fine materials who enjoy a hint of tongue in cheek.

• 16 sizes to choose from, from a pocket 13x18 cm to A0
• Supplied as a poster or with a black, white, light or dark wood frame
• Made to order on genuinely good paper
• Delivery at no cost

A gift with real panache for someone who likes interiors dressed with character, or a way to toast a loved one's promotion in style.