Catalogue Raisonné Reference:

LEE MAN FONG: A Maestro's Legacy in Indonesian and Chinese Art, Aminudin, Vol. 1, First Edition, Arts Reader, Singapore - Netherlands - Indonesia, 2019, pp. 252 - 255.

The artwork "Lord Tiger standing on the rock" by Lee Man Fong is a remarkable embodiment of the Nanyang style, blending Chinese techniques and themes with Western composition styles. The painting meticulously depicts a tiger standing on rocky terrain, with exquisite detail and lifelike brushwork. The tiger exudes a sense of majestic dignity and courage, while the harmonious fusion of "gongbi" (precise realism) and "xieyi" (freehand style) techniques showcases Lee's mastery in combining traditional Chinese painting with European influences. The inclusion of classical Chinese calligraphy and the artist's signature stamp in the upper portion further highlights the profound influence of Chinese painting on Lee's work, making it a true masterpiece of cultural synthesis.