The Sultan's Tiger
The Met
Artist: Benjamin-Constant (Jean-Joseph-Benjamin Constant)(French, Paris 1845–1902 Paris)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 80 3/4 x 48 3/4 in. (205.1 x 123.8 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Kenneth Jay Lane, 2017
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A man reclines on a platform, with figures, two ornate towers, and a chained tiger
Detailed Description
The scene presents a multi-tiered arrangement of figures and structures under a clear blue sky. In the upper section, two tall, ornate, golden-brown, minaret-like structures with domed tops rise at the sides. Between them, a distant landscape of dark green foliage and snow-capped mountains is visible. On a raised platform, a light-skinned man in white robes reclines on his stomach, facing left, with his head resting on his arms. To his right, a group of dark-skinned figures stands, dressed in elaborate, colorful robes and headwear, some holding spears. One figure in the group raises a spear towards the sky. Another figure stands to the left of the reclining man, near the left minaret. The platform is covered by a large, reddish-brown rug with intricate, circular patterns in shades of red, orange, and gold. Below the platform, a light-colored wall features a horizontal band of blue and green patterned tiles. On a light-colored surface in front of this wall, a striped tiger lies on its side, chained by its neck to a fixture on the wall. The lowest part of the painting shows a dark, reflective surface, possibly water, with subtle reflections.
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