La Chasse au Tigre (The Tiger Chase) 1734 - 1782

"La Chasse au Tigre" (The Tiger Chase), a dramatic etching by Jean Jacques Flipart, depicts a thrilling hunt scene. Created between 1734 and 1782, the artwork showcases a nobleman on horseback, spear in hand, charging towards a fallen tiger. The composition is dynamic, with the figures and animals arranged in a swirling motion that draws the viewer's eye towards the action. Flipart's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, further enhancing the intensity of the scene. This artwork, currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, stands as a testament to Flipart's skill in capturing the excitement and danger of the hunt.