The artwork titled “Cats” was created by Otto Dix in 1920, and it belongs to the Expressionism art movement. This piece is categorized within the genre of animal painting.
The artwork features a monochromatic composition depicting three cats engaging with their environment. The cats are positioned in various postures on what appears to be a complex structure of geometric forms, resembling buildings or abstract platforms. The background is a dark canvas filled with irregular grids and symbols, which contribute to the expressive and dynamic nature of the piece. The lines are intentionally rough and sketch-like, characteristic of Expressionism, emphasizing emotional intensity over realistic representation.
