Cat and Monkey 1814 - 1816

"Cat and Monkey" is a detailed pencil drawing created by German artist Gottfried Engelmann between 1814 and 1816. This artwork, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a monkey perched on a rock, with a cat standing below, both animals rendered with meticulous detail. The artist's keen observation and skilled hand are evident in the intricate fur textures and expressive faces of the subjects. Engelmann's work is a testament to the power of realism in animal portraiture and reflects a continued fascination with the natural world in 19th-century art.