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The Cat Sent as Messenger

Allart van Everdingen

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of animals in a wooded, rocky landscape. The drawing depicts three canines and a feline gathered in a natural setting. Two of the canines are sitting, while one is lying down. The feline appears alert and is facing the sitting canines. The background includes rocky formations and trees.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1645/1656
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4045 × 3287 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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