Een vreemde Levet-Kat 1776

drawing

netherlandish

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

underpainting

animal portrait

15_18th-century

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

fine art portrait

"Een vreemde Levet-Kat" (A Strange Life-Cat), a watercolor painting by Dutch artist Aert Schouman (1710-1792), depicts a civet cat. Schouman was known for his meticulous depictions of animals, and this painting reflects his skill in capturing the creature's details with a lifelike quality. The painting's simple composition places the cat in a rocky landscape, enhancing the realism of the subject matter. This artwork is currently housed in the Städel Museum. This painting is a prime example of Schouman's work and is a testament to the artistry of depicting animals in a realistic fashion.