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Tiger Devouring a Gavial

Antoine-Louis Barye

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a panther grappling with a crocodile. The panther is crouching with its front paws around the crocodile, which is on its back. Both animals are intricately detailed, with the textures of the panther's body and crocodile's skin depicted realistically. The sculpture is made of a dark metallic material, likely bronze, with a dark patina. It sits on an oval base representing their environment. The composition conveys a dynamic interaction between the creatures, showcasing movement and tension.

Artwork Details

Date
model n.d., cast c. 1845/1873
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
14066 × 9645 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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