1891
charcoal
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Cats: Tsching, Batzar and Blanc-Blanc is a 1891 charcoal by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting features a charcoal drawing of three cats, each with distinct markings. The cats are curled up together, with one cat's head resting on another's back. The background is a light brown color, with darker shading around the cats to create depth. The cats appear to be sleeping or resting, with their eyes closed and their bodies relaxed. The charcoal medium gives the drawing a soft, textured look, with visible strokes and shading. The overall effect is one of warmth and coziness, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a quiet moment of feline intimacy. For more information on the artist behind this charming piece, look up Steinlen, Théophile Alexandre.
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923), was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker. He was politically engaged and collaborated with the anarchist and socialist press.
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