Kat, zittend in een mand 1802

"Kat, zittend in een mand" (Cat sitting in a basket) is a graphite drawing by Jean Bernard, a prominent Dutch artist known for his detailed animal depictions. Created in 1802, this artwork showcases Bernard's mastery of capturing feline anatomy and expression. The cat, perched on a basket with a folded cloth, stares out with an alert gaze, its whiskers and fur rendered with meticulous detail. The piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of 19th-century Dutch animal art, highlighting the growing appreciation for the beauty and intricacies of the natural world.