Department:
The Museum Proper
Replica or Original:
Not a Replica
On Display, In Storage, or in a Private Offsite Collection:
On Display
Primary Material:
Feather
Medium:
Painting
Dimensions:
60" x 112"
Classification/Category:
Furnishings
Specific Classification:
Artwork
Notable Signatures,
Inscriptions, and/or Markings:
Donated by:
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Cooper
Accession Number
1993.021.001
Artifact Date:
A.D. 1900 - Present
1912-Present
Artifact Era/Dynasty:
Unknown
Creator:
Chinese
Creator Ancestry:
In May of 1981, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Cooper donated The Roaring Tiger to the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre museum. With the exception of a few small components, The Roaring Tiger is a three-dimensional painting constructed out of natural feathers. Every texture produces subtle stylistic details by each type of feather. The Roaring Tiger is bold and captivating, inspiring awe and fear to its viewers. Take a close look at the fine details in order to appreciate the master craftsmanship.
In Chinese culture, the tiger signifies an array of meanings. Historically, tigers have been recognized as symbols of fear, power, harmony and wonder. When presented in the home, the tiger protects against thieves and evil spirits.
Artifact Date:
A.D. 1900 - Present
Artifact Era/Dynasty:
1912-Present
Creator:
Unknown
Creator Ancestory:
Chinese
Catalogue Entry
Online References:
"Tigers: What They Mean in Chinese Culture": https://www.tigerstealive.com/tiger-who-came-to-tea-blog/tigers-what-they-mean-in-chinese-culture/
Department:
The Museum Proper
On Display, In Storage, or in a Private Offsite Collection:
On Display
Replica or Original:
Not a Replica
Feather painting depicting two tigers in mountainous terrain.
描繪山地中兩隻老虎的一幅羽毛畫。
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Classification/Category:
Furnishings
Specific Classification:
Artwork
Notable Signatures,
Inscriptions, and/or Markings: