Kop van een lapjeskat, van voren, met gesloten ogen 1819

Jean Bernard's 1819 drawing, "Kop van een lapjeskat, van voren, met gesloten ogen," portrays a close-up view of a calico cat's head with its eyes closed. This detailed graphite drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the feline's soft fur and delicate features, showcasing Bernard's talent for animal portraiture. The artist's skill in capturing subtle textures and expressions imbues the artwork with a sense of realism and tenderness, drawing viewers into the cat's serene slumber.