Who created "Children teaching a cat to dance, known as 'The dancing lesson'"?

Children teaching a cat to dance, known as 'The dancing lesson' was created by Jan Havicksz. Steen in 1660 - 1679.

When was "Children teaching a cat to dance, known as 'The dancing lesson'" created?

This artwork was created 1660 - 1679.

What medium is "Children teaching a cat to dance, known as 'The dancing lesson'"?

Children teaching a cat to dance, known as 'The dancing lesson' is oil on panel.

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Children Teaching a Cat to Dance

Jan Havicksz. Steen

1660 - 1679

Medium

oil on panel

Dimensions

h 68.5cm × w 59cm

Collection

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Materials

panel; oil paint (paint)

Object Type

painting

Subject Matter

child playing with animals; cat; dog; children playing musical instruments

Acquisition Method

bequest

Acquired

1880

Notes

Legaat van jhr. J.S.H. van de Poll, Amsterdam

Collection Type

paintings

About Jan Havicksz. Steen

1620–1685 • Dutch Republic

Prolific and versatile painter of history, genre, and portrait painting. Known for his comic touch which was analogous to contemporary comic literature and performance. Comment on works: Genre; History; Mythology; Landscapes; Portraits

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