Cat and Butterfly among Peonies by Shen Quan. A spotted cat gazes upward at a butterfly near lush, blooming peonies on a warm-toned silk background.

Cat and Butterfly among Peonies

Shen Quan

1732 · Medium Not Listed

This charming 18th-century painting captures a playful moment between a curious cat and a butterfly.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with sunbaked color notes — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Study
Placement
Reads naturally above long furniture lines
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Terracotta clay, Rich brown

About the piece

Created in 1732 by the renowned artist Shen Quan, this exquisite work depicts a spotted cat looking up at a butterfly, surrounded by lush peonies. The piece showcases the artist's meticulous technique in rendering the delicate textures of fur and petals against a warm, silken background, reflecting the elegant naturalist style of the Qing dynasty.