Fight between a Tiger and a Buffalo by Henri Rousseau. A vibrant jungle scene featuring a tiger pouncing on a buffalo amidst dense green foliage and tropical fruit.

Fight between a Tiger and a Buffalo

Henri Rousseau

1908 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dynamic and lush jungle scene by Henri Rousseau featuring a striking encounter between a tiger and a buffalo.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy with cooler, clearer color — gives the room a clear visual center.

Often works in
Living Room · Commercial Space · Study
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green

About the piece

Created in 1908, this iconic work by Henri Rousseau showcases his signature Naive style with intricate layers of tropical foliage and stylized animals. The composition's rich greens and pops of orange fruit create a vibrant, atmospheric depiction of the wild, characteristic of Rousseau's 'jungle' series.

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