The painting primarily uses a warm color palette for the background and the tiger's mane, evoking a sense of warmth and energy. In contrast, cooler colors are applied to the tiger's stripes and the surrounding foliage, suggesting calm and tranquility. This contrast draws attention to the tiger, highlighting its features. The interplay between warm and cool colors could symbolize the dynamic balance between harmony and conflict in the natural world. The tiger, a powerful and often feared predator, is depicted peacefully with its cubs, hinting at a harmonious balance.