Liggende kat, naar rechts 1800

"Liggende kat, naar rechts" is a detailed black and white drawing of a cat lying down and facing to the right, created in 1800 by the Dutch artist Jean Bernard (1765-1833). The artwork, which can be found in the Rijksmuseum, displays Bernard’s mastery of animal anatomy and his ability to capture the subtle nuances of a cat’s fur and expression. The piece is considered an example of animal portraiture, a genre that was popular during the 18th and 19th centuries.