The Tiger Lily
1886
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. G. Glen Gould
Accession Number
1952-105-25
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
### The Tiger Lily Created in 1886 by Arthur Wilcock, *The Tiger Lily* is captivating example of 19th-century American textile art, classified as printed, dyed, and painted. This piece belongs to the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection, gifted by Mr. and Mrs. G. Glen. Dating to the late Victorian era, it reflects the era's fascination with ornate decorative arts, where textiles served as both functional objects and statements of beauty in homes and public spaces. Floral motifs like the tiger lily—vibrant and exotic—were immensely popular, symbolizing prosperity and nature's boldness ...