Artwork
Tiger Drinking from a Raging River
Tiger Drinking from a Raging River is an unspecified painting by Kanō Sansetsu. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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Overview
Tiger Drinking from a Raging River is a 1640 painting by Kanō Sansetsu, a Japanese artist associated with the Kanō school.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tiger at the edge of a turbulent river, drinking water. The tiger's pose and the river's motion create a sense of tension and drama, blending naturalistic detail with symbolic conventions.
Technique & Style
The work showcases a dynamic style, with the tiger's striped fur and the river's wavy motion rendered in a detailed yet expressive manner. The background hills or mountains are subtly suggested, adding depth to the composition.
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Artist
Kanō Sansetsu (狩野 山雪; 1589–1651) was a Japanese painter also known as Kanō Heishiro. He was born in Hizen Province, Kyūshū, and died in Kyoto.
