The Tiger Hunt by Eugène Delacroix. A dynamic oil painting depicting a dramatic struggle between hunters on horseback and a tiger amidst a rocky, shadowed landscape.

The Tiger Hunt

Eugène Delacroix

1854 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterpiece of Romantic drama by Eugène Delacroix, capturing the intense energy and movement of a fierce tiger hunt.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Library · Study · Living Room
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Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1854, this work by Eugène Delacroix is a quintessential example of the Romantic movement's fascination with exoticism and high-stakes drama. The composition is defined by its swirling movement and bold contrasts, as hunters and animals are locked in a visceral struggle against a dark, atmospheric backdrop.

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