Tiger Lying in the Desert 1846

Eugène Delacroix's "Tiger Lying in the Desert" (1846) is a striking lithograph, depicting a tiger in repose against a hazy desert backdrop. The print showcases Delacroix's masterful use of line and shading, highlighting the tiger's powerful form and the textures of its fur, while leaving much of the background to suggestion. The artist's interest in animal studies and the exotic is evident in this work, offering a glimpse into the allure of the natural world during the Romantic era. The print is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.