1867
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Le déjeuner du chat is a 1867 by Augustin Théodule Ribot, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a man in a white apron and chef's hat, standing in a dimly lit room. He is holding a piece of food in his right hand, and a cat is sitting on the floor in front of him. The man's attire and the cat's presence suggest a domestic setting, possibly a kitchen. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and contrast, drawing the viewer's attention to the man and the cat. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet intimacy, capturing a moment of everyday life. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, check out Théodule Ribot.
Théodule-Augustin Ribot (French: ; August 8, 1823 – September 11, 1891) was a French realist painter and printmaker.
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