Artwork
Tiger in the Jungle
Tiger in the Jungle is a print by the Impressionist artist Paul Ranson. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Tiger in the Jungle is a lithograph by Paul Ranson, characterized by sinuous lines and stylized forms.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a tiger crouching amidst dense jungle foliage, with the animal's stripes and the surrounding vegetation rendered in flowing, ribbon-like curves.
Technique & Style
Ranson's work is marked by bold outlines and flat shapes, reflecting the influence of Japanese woodblock prints on his style, although the medium used here is lithography.
History & Provenance
This print was created for L'Estampe Originale, a late 19th-century publication that showcased original prints by contemporary artists to collectors.
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