The Cat Trapped and Beaten

probably c. 1645/1656

Allart van Everdingen

Associated Names
Allart van Everdingen

Artist, Dutch, 1621 - 1675

This is a drawing depicting five figures and a goat in a dimly lit interior. The central figure is on the ground, partially covered with cloth. Surrounding them are four other figures in different poses. To the right, two figures seem to be in a confrontation. Various objects can be seen in the background. The drawing is emphasized by strong contrasts and deep shadowing.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.15.175

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dutuit, Vol. (Le Renard, no. 16

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

Wikidata ID

Q65565088

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