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.
- Accession no.
- 1956.280
- Credit line
- Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland
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.
Artist & collection
