Peaceable Kingdom

"Peaceable Kingdom" by Edward Hicks is a renowned example of Religious painting that reflects his deep Christian faith and Quaker beliefs. As a notable American folk painter and minister, Hicks’s work embodies the qualities of Naïve art (primitivism), characterized by its simple, direct style. The painting depicts animals historically seen as natural enemies coexisting peacefully, symbolizing harmony and divine order. Hicks created multiple versions of this scene, emphasizing themes of peace and reconciliation that resonate with his spiritual convictions and outsider art sensibilities.