Majestic lion profile in heavenly golden light

Close-up side profile of a majestic Black lion's face, bathed in soft, ethereal, heavenly rays filtering through a cloudy backdrop. Its flowing mane shimmers with ultra-detailed realism, rendered in metallic gold strokes that catch the ambient light, contrasting against polished alabaster fur. The lion's eyes glow with fierce golden luminescence, accentuating its royal intensity. A subtle mist from its breath hangs in crisp, cold air. Vertical composition, isolating the noble visage in serene stillness, focusing on the sumptuous texture of voluminous fur and radiant gold streaks like liquid light. Divine palette of whites and golds, suffused with pristine purity, the glow softly pulsing as if a celestial being. Inspired by the luminous realism of Michael Whelan and the divine subject matter of Gustave Doré, with the textural detail of digital matte painting, cinematic lighting, 8k resolution.