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Rococo portrait of a spotted brown Bengal cat in a pink hat with ribbons, lace ruff, pink gown and a pink painted fan. 5 / 24

The Lady in Waiting Fluttered Her Fan While Plotting a Daring Leap

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Spotted and striped like a tiny leopard, this brown Bengal wears a dainty pink hat decorated with bows and pearls, a lacy ruff tied with a gold bow, and a pink silk gown trimmed in gold ribbon. One paw holds a folding fan painted with tiny flowers, and her bright green-gold eyes look straight ahead. Behind her, pink drapery, blue sky, and gold curlicues give the painting a light, airy feeling. She looks both wild and elegant, like a fashionable guest who could leap onto the nearest table at any moment.

The Bengal's marbled coat is a beautiful thing to paint, and the artist has rendered each rosette with care. The pink fan adds a diagonal line and a touch of the fashionable flair that Rococo painters adored.

Bengal cats were developed by crossing domestic cats with a small wild cat, and they have a striking, glittering coat and a lot of energy. They are intelligent, playful, and athletic, and they usually need lots of climbing space and interactive toys. Some love water and enjoy batting at dripping faucets. A bored Bengal can be mischievous, so enrichment is key. Ask your vet about feeding an active cat and about regular checkups, and enjoy their expressive, chatty personalities.

Behind the fan is a lively mind, and probably a plan for a daring leap onto the highest shelf.

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