P-22

P-22 is depicted here as a large tawny mountain lion filling the left side of the composition, his broad flat face turned directly toward the viewer with a low, steady gaze. Behind him, a hillside rendered in muted green rises against a deep blue sky, and the white letters of the Hollywood sign appear in the upper right, partially framed by the cat's head and ears. The color palette is warm and earthy for the animal itself, with soft highlights picking out his whiskers, muzzle, and brow, while the background keeps things cool and atmospheric. P-22 was a real mountain lion who lived for roughly a decade in Griffith Park, a large urban park in Los Angeles. He became a symbol of wildlife resilience in an increasingly developed landscape and was widely covered in news media before his death in late 2022. This Ana Inciardi mini print draws collectors who are drawn to subjects that carry genuine cultural weight rather than generic charm. P-22 had a recognizable public identity, and Inciardi captures something of his reputation, a creature both wild and hemmed in, posed against the city landmark that defined his territory. The composition is cleverly tight, giving the Hollywood sign just enough presence to anchor the setting without overshadowing the animal. As an animal print, it pairs naturally with her other animal subjects, and collectors who focus on her Los Angeles or landmark imagery also find it a strong fit for that grouping. The muted, layered color work seen here is consistent with the restrained palette she brings to many subjects across her catalog.