Tigers used decoration or as an art statement.The tiger symbolizes invincibility, might, and power. The Tiger is a potent symbol acrossBurma, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, China and Japan.

The tiger is among the most recognizable and popular of the world's charismatic megafauna. It featured prominently in the ancient mythology and folklore of cultures throughout its historic range, and continues to be depicted in modern films and literature, appearing on many flags, coats of arms and as mascots for sporting teams.[from wikipedia]

The tiger (Panthera tigris) is the largest of the four "big cats".They are territorial and generally solitary animals, often requiring large contiguous areas of habitat that support their prey demands.