The Tiger Hunt

Französische Grafik 1830–1844, vers 1836

This is a painting of an elephant being attacked by a tiger. The scene shows a tiger leaping towards the elephant, which is adorned with decorative tassels and a saddle on its back. The background features an earthy landscape with a sense of vastness. The painting captures tension and movement through the positioning of the animals, colors, and composition.
Artiste
Französische Grafik 1830–1844
Datation
vers 1836
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
Aquarelle sur papier vélin
Dimensions
49,69 × 67,63 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a painting of an elephant being attacked by a tiger. The scene shows a tiger leaping towards the elephant, which is adorned with decorative tassels and a saddle on its back. The background features an earthy landscape with a sense of vastness. The painting captures tension and movement through the positioning of the animals, colors, and composition.

Französische Grafik 1830–1844