Sitting Cat, From Behind (1812)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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The painting captures a seated cat viewed from behind, positioned on a ledge near a plain wall. Its fur displays a pattern of stripes, subtly rendered with precise, delicate strokes. The cat's tail curls gracefully onto the ledge, contributing to the composition's overall sense of balance and tranquility. Alongside the cat, there's a small, indistinct object that might be a toy, adding a touch of everyday life to the scene. The meticulous detail in the cat’s fur and the simplicity of the surrounding elements give the artwork a focused, serene quality. The light source casts gentle highlights on the cat’s fur and the ledge, enhancing the textures and the volume of the cat’s body.
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Giclée quality print
Jean Bernard (1775–1833) was an avid Dutch art collector and a painter. His portraits of people, nature, and animals were drawn mostly with charcoal and colored crayons which beautifully captured the intricate details of his varied subjects.
He was a successful artist during his lifetime with many of his works decorating ministries and famous people's homes.