Cast Iron Cat's Head

Jane Iverson

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a relief of a large cat's face. It has detailed eyes, a large nose, and whiskers sculpted into the surface. The material appears to be metal, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, exhibiting a warm, golden-brown patina with hints of reddish tones. The sculpture is mounted on a flat, square plate with four holes at the corners for attachment. The cat's face stares directly outward with an intense gaze, dominating the view with its detailed craftsmanship.