Balthus's 1949 painting 'Nude with Cat' held by National Gallery of Victoria
The National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne acquired Balthus's oil painting 'Nude with Cat' in 1952 through the Felton Bequest. Created in 1949, the work measures 25.75 by 31.125 inches. This acquisition represents a significant holding of 20th-century European art in Australia's public collections. The painting was documented on artcritical's platform on December 23, 2013. Balthus, known for his provocative figurative works, produced this canvas during his mature period. The Felton Bequest has been instrumental in building the National Gallery of Victoria's international collection since the early 20th century. Melbourne's cultural institutions have benefited from this philanthropic foundation for decades. The painting remains part of the museum's permanent holdings.
Key facts
- Balthus painted 'Nude with Cat' in 1949
- The work is oil on canvas measuring 25.75 x 31.125 inches
- National Gallery of Victoria acquired the painting in 1952
- Acquisition was made through the Felton Bequest
- The painting is held in Melbourne, Australia
- artcritical documented the work on December 23, 2013
- Balthus was a 20th-century European painter
- The Felton Bequest is a philanthropic art fund
Entities
Artists
- Balthus
Institutions
- National Gallery of Victoria
- artcritical
Locations
- Melbourne
- Australia