Leopart (Leopard or Tiger)

Jacques-Philippe Le Bas and Jean Eric Rehn after Jean-Baptiste Oudry

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a large feline. The artwork presents the creature, labeled "Leopart," in a relaxed position on the ground. The feline appears to have a muscular build, and its body is adorned with a pattern of stripes that run along its back. The fur texture is illustrated with fine lines. The animal's eyes are wide, giving it a vigilant expression, and its ears are perked up. The tail is curled around the body, and the paws are large. The shading and line work demonstrate a high level of skill in capturing the anatomy of the animal.