Briton Riviere

Daniel in the Lions' Den

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Dimensions refer to paper size. Each print includes a white border for archival presentation and professional framing.

Curator's Choice

We recommend Hahnemühle Daguerre Canvas for this work, as its fine, uniform weave echoes the texture of Riviere's original oil surface, while its bright white ground preserves the luminous quality of the cool, filtered light that defines the composition. The canvas substrate's tactile presence honours the painterly mastery and monumental scale of this Victorian masterpiece.

Museum-Quality Heirloom — Designed to last for generations (100+ years).

Lifetime Archival Guarantee — If it ever fades, we replace it for free.

Handcrafted in Slovenia — Each print is individually inspected and prepared.

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Briton Riviere

Briton Riviere was a standout figure of the Victorian era, renowned for his extraordinary ability to infuse animal subjects with human-like depth and spiritual gravity. At a time when animal painting was often seen as merely decorative, Riviere transformed the genre into a profound medium for exploring themes of faith, courage, and the relationship between the Creator and His creation.

His most iconic works, particularly those depicting biblical themes like Daniel in the Lions' Den, are characterized by a haunting stillness and a masterful command of light. Riviere’s genius lay in his ability to capture the "silent witness" of nature; in his hands, beasts often become symbols of divine restraint or unwavering loyalty. His paintings offer a unique, contemplative perspective on sacred narratives, where the raw power of the wild is hushed in the presence of the holy. For the Christian home, a Riviere reproduction provides a striking meditation on peace amidst danger and the sovereignty of God over all creation.

The Standard of Sacred Beauty

Museum-Grade Materials: We use only the world’s finest media: the legendary Hahnemühle Museum Etching (350 gsm), a 100% cotton paper for the tactile soul of an original drawing, or the Daguerre Canvas (400 gsm), a premium poly-cotton blend designed for archival stability and the authentic texture of an oil painting. Every print is additionally protected with Lascaux UV Protect spray for enhanced lightfastness and long-term preservation.

Built for Generations: Our museum-grade pigments are rated to remain vibrant and lightfast for over a century. By choosing archival permanence, you are investing in a piece of Catholic sacred art designed to be lived with, prayed with, and handed down. A timeless bridge of faith between the present and the future.

Our Promise of Permanence: We believe in the eternal nature of the beauty we share. If your print ever fades or is damaged, we will replace it for free. Our lifetime guarantee is a testament to our commitment to your family’s legacy.

Museum Etching Paper

Printed on Hahnemuhle Museum Etching, a 100% cotton, OBA-free fine art paper at 350 gsm. Its velvety, textured surface captures the tactile quality of an original drawing with exceptional tonal depth and archival permanence rated for over 100 years. Additionally protected with Lascaux UV Protect spray for enhanced lightfastness and long-term preservation.

Each print includes a white border on all sides for archival presentation and professional framing: 2 cm for A4 and A3 prints, 3 cm for A2 prints. Stated dimensions refer to the total paper size, including this border.

Paper prints require framing for display. Frame not included.

Daguerre Canvas

Printed on Daguerre Canvas, a premium poly-cotton blend at 400 gsm with the authentic texture of an oil painting. Acid-free, OBA-free, and rated for over 100 years of lightfastness and archival stability. Additionally protected with Lascaux UV Protect spray for enhanced resistance to UV exposure. Available exclusively in A2 format.

Each canvas includes a 2.5 cm mirrored edge zone that wraps around the stretcher bar, surrounded by a 3 cm white stapling border hidden on the reverse. Stated dimensions refer to the total canvas size.

Canvas prints are delivered unframed and unmounted, allowing you to choose your own framing.

Packaging & Shipping

Every print is prepared by hand using archival-grade materials to ensure it arrives in museum condition. Each piece is wrapped in acid-free silk tissue and placed inside a bespoke Archival Portfolio: a handcrafted case of 3 mm grey board with a cotton spine, tied with natural hemp twine and protected against moisture and damage for transit.

Every shipment — A4, A3, and A2 alike — includes a registered Certificate of Authenticity and our lifetime archival guarantee.

Region	A4 & A3	A2
Slovenia Free over €100	€4.90	€7.90
Central & Adriatic EU AT, CZ, DE, HR, HU, PL, SK Free over €200	€14.90	€19.90
West & South EU BE, BG, ES, IT, NL, RO Free over €200	€14.90	€19.90
North & Atlantic EU DK, EE, FR, LT, LV, MC, PT, SE Free over €200	€14.90	€19.90
Remote EU FI, IE, LU Free over €200	€19.90	€29.90

Faith as a Physical Shield

Daniel in the Lions' Den by Briton Riviere stands as a masterpiece of Victorian dramatic narrative, where spiritual conviction manifests as visible, tangible restraint upon raw animal power. Rather than depicting chaos or spectacle, Riviere presents a moment of profound, almost supernatural stillness—Daniel, bound yet unbroken, commands the subterranean arena through the sheer force of his faith. His back to the viewer, he stands clothed in black robes against a leonine court, each beast rendered with meticulous anatomical precision and individualized temperament: some snarl in frustrated fury, others regard the saint with a hesitation that speaks of forces beyond the physical realm.

The composition is a triumph of chiaroscuro and psychological tension. Cool, ethereal light filters from above, illuminating the sculptured reliefs of the ancient stone walls and catching the luxuriant texture of the lions' manes with painterly finesse. Riviere transforms each animal into a character—witness, antagonist, and ultimately, participant in a moment of divine sovereignty. The floor is scattered with the detritus of previous victims, grounding the scene in historical reality, yet the overwhelming mood is one of sacred silence rather than carnage. This is faith rendered visible: the exact moment where belief becomes an impenetrable force, where the wild bows before the holy.

The Details

Artist: Briton Riviere (1872)
Title: Daniel in the Lions' Den
Original Medium: Oil on canvas
Theme: Faith, Divine Sovereignty, Courage, and the Silent Witness of Creation

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We offer two archival-grade media: Hahnemühle Museum Etching (350 gsm), a 100% cotton paper with the tactile quality of an original drawing, and Daguerre Canvas (400 gsm), a premium poly-cotton blend with the authentic texture of an oil painting. Both are acid-free, OBA-free, and rated for over 100 years of lightfastness. Every print is additionally protected with Lascaux UV Protect spray for enhanced preservation against UV exposure.

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