Cats in Art Morris Desmond
Cats in Art Morris Desmond The cat--that most graceful, stubborn, and agile of animals--has been a favorite subject of artists the world over from prehistory to the modern day. Figures modeled by the…
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Cats in Art Morris Desmond
The cat--that most graceful, stubborn, and agile of animals--has been a favorite subject of artists the world over from prehistory to the modern day. Figures modeled by the Babylonians remind us of their belief that the souls of priests were escorted to paradise by a helpful cat. A spectacular 7,000-year-old engraving in Libya depicts a catfight.
In Victorian times, cats were depicted in loving family groups with mothers caring for their playful kittens. Pablo Picasso was known to have loved cats and famously portrayed them as savage predators. Today, the cat is one of the most popular domestic pets on the planet, and feline art is a hugely popular theme across the world.In his latest eye-catching book, best-selling author Desmond Morris tells the compelling story of cats in art.
He explores feline art in its many forms, tracing its history from ancient rock paintings and