Thursday, June 28, 2012
Tippoo's Tiger
I'm fascinated by this Figurine of Mr Hugh Munro being mauled by a Bengal Tiger (1792). It can be found in the British Army Museum. I don't think I've seen such a violent incident depicted in earthenware before. Tippoo's Tiger in the V&A shows the same gory scene in life-size, and I plan to make a special visit soon.
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I love the artifacts made arround this story too. There is more to be said and done arround this image.
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