Liggende kat med sin killing. 1843

This ink drawing, "Liggende kat med sin killing" (Lying Cat with her Kitten) by Danish artist P.C. Skovgaard, depicts a mother cat affectionately cradling her kitten. Created in 1843, the piece showcases Skovgaard's attention to detail in capturing the delicate nuances of the animals’ forms. The artist's subtle use of shading and line work brings the cat's soft fur and the kitten's cuddly form to life. This intimate, everyday scene exemplifies Skovgaard's interest in the natural world and his ability to render it with both accuracy and emotional depth.