The Tiger Hunt

Französische Grafik 1830–1844, ca. 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.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1830–1844
Datering
ca. 1836
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor on wove paper
Afmetingen
49,69 × 67,63 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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