The Cowardly Lion Meets Dorothy - Classic Wizard of Oz Illustration #87416 (License: Personal Use)

This vibrant early 20th-century illustration depicts a pivotal moment from *The Wonderful Wizard of Oz*, where Dorothy Gale gently calms the large but timid Cowardly Lion on the Yellow Brick Road. In the background, the Scarecrow stands observing, while the Tin Woodman lies on the ground after being oiled, and Toto trots nearby-capturing both emotion and narrative progression. The lush forest backdrop and expressive character designs reflect W.W. Denslow’s distinctive artistic style.

Used on literary, educational, or nostalgia-focused web pages about classic children’s literature, particularly for articles, book reviews, or museum exhibits on *The Wizard of Oz*. Matches user intent seeking visual references, historical illustrations, or thematic analysis of courage and friendship.