Tigers and Leopard Frolicking by Unknown Artist. Two spirited tigers and a spotted leopard are depicted among rocks and pine branches in this traditional Korean ink and color painting.

Tigers and Leopard Frolicking

Unknown Artist

1749 · Medium Not Listed

An engaging Joseon dynasty painting featuring spirited tigers and a leopard rendered with charmingly exaggerated features.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — holds its place without needing much around it.

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Living Room · Study · Office
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
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Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray

About the piece

Dating to the 18th-century Joseon dynasty, this Korean ink painting depicts two tigers and a leopard frolicking amidst the rugged terrain of a pine forest. The work is a fine example of 'minhwa', or folk painting, characterized by its expressive, wide-eyed animals that transform fearsome predators into charming, auspicious symbols of protection and humor.

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