Wild Cat 1850

Rosa Bonheur's "Wild Cat" is a stunning example of animal realism, painted in 1850. The painting depicts a wild cat, likely a European Wildcat, lying on its side in a lush, green woodland setting. Bonheur's attention to detail in capturing the animal's fur, muscles, and expression is remarkable. The cat's gaze, fixed on something beyond the canvas, adds a sense of mystery and wildness to the composition.