Tiger, from the Animals of the World series (T180), issued by Abdul Cigarettes 1881
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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fluid art
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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botanical art
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watercolor
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warm toned green
"Tiger" is a chromolithograph from the "Animals of the World" series issued by Abdul Cigarettes in 1881. It depicts a snarling tiger with its mouth open, revealing sharp teeth. The tiger is shown in a natural setting, surrounded by foliage. This colorful and detailed image is a prime example of the natural history illustrations that were popular in the 19th century, often used in trade cards. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, highlighting its cultural significance.
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