Artwork
Tigre Royal
Tigre Royal is a print by the Romanticist artist Eugène Delacroix. It dates from 1829 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Tigre Royal is a print created by Eugène Delacroix in 1829, exemplifying the French Romantic style's emphasis on expressive color and dynamic movement.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a regally connoted tiger in a state of repose on a rocky outcrop, set against a expansive, serene landscape. Despite its resting pose, the animal exudes wild power, highlighting Delacroix's fascination with capturing innate vitality.
Technique & Style
Delacroix's approach in Tigre Royal reflects his admiration for Rubens and Venetian Renaissance painters, characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette that prioritizes emotional depth over precise detail.
History & Provenance
Originally painted in 1829, the work is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
Context
Tigre Royal fits within Delacroix's mature period output, marked by a consistent exploration of dramatic and romantic themes, distinguishing it from the prevailing Neoclassical norms of the time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ferdinand Victor Eugène Delacroix ( DEL-ə-krwah, -KRWAH; French: ; 26 April 1798 – 13 August 1863) was a French Romantic artist who was regarded as the leader of the French Romantic school.
