John Trivett Nettleship (1841–1902): The Lion’s Embrace John Trivett Nettleship (1841-1902) stands as a singular figure in Victorian art, celebrated primarily for his masterful depictions of lions and other wild animals—a realm where meticulous observation met unwavering artistic conviction. More than just an artist, he was a prolific writer and literary critic whose early engagement with Robert Browning profoundly shaped his intellectual trajectory and cemented his reputation as a champion of poetic nuance. This biography delves into Nettleship’s formative years, artistic evolution, influen…