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Description
A Robert Bateman original comes to life on a .9999 pure gold canvas
The noble lion makes its Canadian debut in this limited edition collector item, which features an engraved rendering of a painting by world-renowned wildlife artist and naturalist, Robert Bateman. ?Each coin is accompanied by a special insert that features a printed reproduction of the original painting, along with the artist?s description of his work and his signature.
Basking in the glow of .9999 pure gold, the African locale and species are a departure from our usual wildlife portraits. But world-class art meets world-class craftsmanship in this palm-sized celebration of the Canadian artist?s legacy, with very finely engraved details enhanced by special finishes that help capture the magic of the original portrait.
KEY FEATURES:
- A work of art within a work of art. This limited-edition collector item is an exclusive opportunity to own an engraved rendering of Into the Light ? Lion by the world-renowned wildlife artist and Canadian naturalist, Robert Bateman. Just 18 coins have been minted.
- ?Painting? with precious metals. In keeping with the artist?s realistic painting style, different frostings bring the original painting to life by highlighting the very finely engraved features of the lion.
- A kingly debut. This is the first time a lion has appeared on a Canadian coin.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
- Supremely crafted in .9999 pure gold. The coin?s rich, golden gleam resembles the light cast by the early morning sun, as it rises over the African savanna that is this lion?s domain.
- Like a signed limited edition print, the artist?s signature is engraved on the coin?s reverse.
- Includes a special insert. Each coin is packaged with an insert card that features a printed reproduction of the original painting, along with the artist?s description of his work and his signature.
DID YOU KNOW?
A champion of conservancy and a member of the Order of Canada, Robert Bateman is known the world over for his captivating depictions of animals in their natural habitats. The illustrious painter is an advocate of wildlife education through learning initiatives, such as those carried out by the Robert Bateman Foundation (batemancentre.org).
Panthera leo is found south of the Sahara, in the grassy plains and open woodlands of the African savanna. Loss of habitat is the greatest threat to its survival ? it is currently classified as a vulnerable species.
DESIGN
Stepping into the golden glow of early morning light, the king of the jungle greets the day with a roar in this engraved rendering of Into the Light ? Lion, an original acrylic-on-canvas painting by Canadian wildlife artist Robert Bateman.