£240
Former Bristol Zoo Gardens - After John West Giles (1830-1865) - 'Jupiter,' pub. by John Burbidge, Clifton, June 24th 1853. With dedication to the lower margin 'To the committee of the Bristol & Clifton Zoological Society, this portrait of their old favourite 'Jupiter' is respectfully dedicated by the publisher.' Framed in a period frame. Total size: 40cm x 45cm, approx.
Jupiter the lion was one of Bristol Zoo's first lions, and sired many cubs. He passed away from influenza in 1853 (Brown, Ashby & Schwitzer (2011) An Illustrated History Of Bristol Zoo Gardens, pg26)
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