The Rabbits
1893
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1893
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
A group of rabbits huddles on a patchy, earthy ground under dim light. One stretches its neck forward, ears up, while others curl close, fur painted in soft browns and grays. The background fades into quiet shadow. The artist, Henri Charles Guérard, was called the "Japonais de Paris" for his love of Japanese art. This painting feels inspired by that style—simple, calm, focused on animals without drama. He likely saw Japanese prints, like those by Hokusai, showing animals with quiet dignity. The rabbits seem to pause in a moment of instinct and stillness. You can see this painting at The Cleveland Museum of Art. (Word count: 98)
