The artwork titled “Cathy” by Balthus was created in 1935 using the medium of lithography on paper. This piece is associated with the art movement known as Expressionism and falls under the genre of literary painting.
The artwork depicts an intense interaction between two figures rendered in meticulous strokes typical of lithography. One figure climbs on the back of another, who is positioned on all fours, suggesting a unique interplay of balance and dynamics. The setting is minimally detailed, with sparse background elements that draw focus to the figures’ body language and expressions. The overall tone and composition evoke a compelling narrative, adhering to the principles of Expressionism that prioritize emotional experience and symbolic representation.
