Een tijger vechtend met een centaur 1600

"Een tijger vechtend met een centaur" (A tiger fighting a centaur), a 1600 etching by Antonio Tempesta, depicts the mythical creature engaging in a fierce battle with a tiger. The centaur, a man with the body of a horse, is shown wielding a spear, a classic weapon associated with his nature. Tempesta, a prominent artist of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, is known for his mastery of detail and dramatic composition. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases his ability to capture the intensity of a struggle between two powerful figures, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.