Battle of Dogs and Cats by Nicasius Bernaerts. A chaotic kitchen scene featuring several dogs and cats in a spirited clash among fallen fruit, broken ceramics, and a basket of vegetables.

Battle of Dogs and Cats

Nicasius Bernaerts

1660 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dynamic 17th-century scene of dogs and cats in a spirited clash, rich with Baroque detail and lush still-life elements.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1660 by the Flemish-French artist Nicasius Bernaerts, this dramatic work captures a chaotic encounter between domestic animals in a kitchen setting. Amidst the movement of the 'battle,' Bernaerts showcases his mastery of textures, from the soft fur of the animals to the velvety skin of peaches and the intricate weave of an overflowing vegetable basket.