Honoring the Tiger 

Rudolf Ernst's "Honoring the Tiger" depicts a man kneeling in prayer before a tiger, a symbol of power and strength, laid out on a rug in a richly decorated temple. The scene, possibly set in India, evokes a sense of reverence and awe. The artist, known for his captivating orientalist paintings, uses precise details and a warm palette to capture the atmosphere of the moment, creating a captivating interplay between man and nature. This work, likely painted between 1854 and 1932, reflects Ernst's fascination with Eastern cultures and his ability to translate them visually.