Tiger

About this work

You see a single tiger walking through a dry, rocky landscape. The animal’s orange fur stands out against the muted browns and grays. Barye used watercolor glazing here—layering thin, transparent colors to build depth and texture. The tiger’s calm stride makes it feel both powerful and vulnerable. This was a favorite subject for Barye, who often studied wild animals in Parisian zoos. If you like this, check out more works by Barye, Antoine-Louis.