The Musicians c. 1876 - 1877

Henriëtte Ronner-Knip's charming painting, "The Musicians," is a delightful portrayal of feline antics. Created between 1876 and 1877, the artwork captures a playful scene of four cats interacting with musical instruments. A mother cat sits on a blue cushion while her kitten snuggles beside her. A kitten peeks from inside a guitar, while another kitten stands on its hind legs, seemingly trying to play a sheet of music that reads "Vive!" The painting exemplifies Ronner-Knip's talent for depicting animals with personality and humor, making "The Musicians" a cherished piece of animal art.