Blinking in the Sun 1881

ralphhedley

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

animal portrait

painting painterly

animal drawing portrait

surrealist

watercolor

fine art portrait

warm toned green

"Blinking in the Sun" is an 1881 oil painting by Ralph Hedley, a British artist known for his animal and genre paintings. The artwork depicts a tabby cat sitting on a window sill, its eyes closed as if basking in the sun. The cat is surrounded by various potted plants, including geraniums and a tulip, highlighting the beauty of nature and domestic life. The painting is a charming example of Victorian era art, capturing the quiet intimacy of everyday moments.