The Book, Cat, & Cat Book Lovers Almanac

of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.

March 13, 2019

March 13, 1733

Johann Zoffany (March 13, 1733 to November 11, 1810) may be forgotten by art lovers, but he is not ignored by art historians. This article is a gossipy biographical sketch. And his painting titled "The Family of Sir William Young" (c.1767–1769) shows a feature not much mentioned: his portrayal of dogs which situates them nicely in a bourgeois family setting. These dogs and their part in a larger pack, are brilliantly conveyed.
The Family of Sir William Young


And cats. 


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Not so brilliant but they are included, probably on a realistic basis. We have above
"Portrait of Sophia Dumergue Holding a Cat" (1780). Though if you study this portrait, it looks more like the cat is holding Sophia.

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