The Tiger Hunt 1896

"The Tiger Hunt" (1896) by Henri Rousseau is a prime example of the artist's unique style known as "naive art." The painting depicts a scene of a tiger hunt in a jungle setting, with figures in bright colors and a flat, decorative style. Rousseau, a self-taught artist, often drew inspiration from the natural world and popular imagery, resulting in an eccentric and imaginative art that captivated the Parisian avant-garde, including Pablo Picasso and Guillaume Apollinaire. This painting, with its vibrant colors and unconventional perspective, demonstrates Rousseau's fascination with exotic subjects and his mastery of the art of the unexpected.