Le chat, la balette et le petit lapin (The Cat, the Weasel, and the Rabbit)
1756
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1756
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a cat crouched near a rabbit and a weasel in an overgrown garden. The cat looks ready to pounce, while the rabbit lies still and the weasel watches. A crumbling stone wall and tall trees fill the background, with small plants and flowers scattered around. The title at the bottom hints this scene comes from a fable, where animals act like people. The hand-colored lines make the colors pop, especially the cat’s gray fur and the rabbit’s brown coat. If you like this, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Marvie made these sharp, detailed prints.
