Tiger
- Original dimensions
- 53 x 36 cm
- Museum
- National Museum of Fine Arts of Cuba
Scene depicted
The painting "Tiger" by Delacroix represents a bold and lively scene, where the predator, with bright eyes and a fiery coat, seems trapped in a sumptuous natural setting. Its taut muscles and majestic posture testify to the power and grace of the animal. This pictorial work perfectly captures the wild essence of the beast, revealing the harmony between elegance and the raw strength of nature.
Historical context
Artwork: Tiger |BRK| Artist: Eugène Delacroix |BRK| Museum: National Museum of Fine Arts of Cuba |BRK| Dimensions: 53 x 36 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
"Tiger" is situated at an important turning point in Delacroix's career, symbolizing an influx of emotions where the artist explores themes of the wild nature. In parallel with works like " Liberty Leading the People " and "July 28: Liberty Leading the People ", we observe an evolution in his approach to color and light, reflecting his technical refinement throughout his career.
Anecdote
Delacroix once declared: "Color is the instrument of the music of the mind." One sunny morning, upon seeing a majestic tiger in a zoo, he felt the urgent need to capture the magnificence of this creature in his canvas . It was this decisive moment that inspired the evocative power of the painting .