Painting – Alfred Arthur Brunel De Neuville (1852–1941) Kittens Playing

A charming and vibrant oil painting by the French animal painter Alfred Arthur Brunel de Neuville, an artist celebrated for his refined and playful depictions of animals. This delightful work portrays three curious kittens in a rustic courtyard. One is attentively licking a plate, while the other two watch with fascination and play with a colorful ball. The soft texture of their fur, the lively poses of the animals, and the subtle lighting all testify to the skill for which Brunel de Neuville is renowned. The background, with its stone wall and staircase, lends the scene a warm and familial atmosphere. The painting is executed in oil on panel and placed in a richly decorated and gilded frame that perfectly suits the character of the work and the period. Brunel de Neuville was a specialist in scenes with cats and exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon. Details: Artist: Alfred Arthur Brunel de Neuville; Technique: Oil on panel; Period: Late 19th / early 20th century; Frame: Classic, richly gilded frame; Dimensions: With frame: 58cm L x 49cm W; Artwork: 34cm x 26.5cm