Cat and Dead Pigeons
1886
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1886
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a cat sitting in a wicker basket, surrounded by dead pigeons. The cat is white with patches of orange and black, and it's looking directly at the viewer. The pigeons are white and brown, and they're scattered around the basket. The background of the painting is a light-colored wall with some writing on it, but it's not clear what the writing says. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the cat seeming to reflect on the pigeons. The painting is reminiscent of the work of Alfred Morgan, who was known for his detailed and realistic depictions of animals.
