Description
Monumental mixed media painting titled "Una Capa Para El Rey" which translates to "A Cape For The King". Expressionist painting by American artist Michelle Betancourt living in Barranquilla, Colombia. The large scale painting features a figural lion in bright primary hues of red, blue, green, and yellow. The artist uses Impasto technique creating bold and heavy strokes to pull the viewer in, conveying strength and power while evoking emotion.
This painting was created as part of a 2009 Art Series named "Africa Enigmatica". It was exhibited at the Colombian Embassy in Miami prior to being purchased by a private collector.
Features custom antique gold leaf frame.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good condition with minimal signs of wear consistent with age. Frame can be used with or without mounted protective plexiglass cover. If used without the plexiglass, the frame will exhibit some holes where the screws were mounted.
Origin:
Colombia
Materials & Techniques:
Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Gold Leaf, Mixed-Media, Oil Paint, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Colombia
This painting was created as part of a 2009 Art Series named "Africa Enigmatica". It was exhibited at the Colombian Embassy in Miami prior to being purchased by a private collector.
Features custom antique gold leaf frame.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good condition with minimal signs of wear consistent with age. Frame can be used with or without mounted protective plexiglass cover. If used without the plexiglass, the frame will exhibit some holes where the screws were mounted.
Origin:
Colombia
Materials & Techniques:
Acrylic Paint, Canvas, Gold Leaf, Mixed-Media, Oil Paint, Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Colombia
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good condition with minimal signs of wear consistent with age. Frame can be used with or without mounted protective plexiglass cover. If used without the plexiglass, the frame will exhibit some holes where the screws were mounted.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
60 x 60 x 3 in
Monumental Expressionist Lion Painting by Michelle Betancourt, Mixed Media
Estimate $6,500-$12,000
Starting Bid
$3,200
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Fine Art & Modern Masters
Oct 15, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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