Balthus Cat Drawings. The Victim Balthus 1938. He was born Balthasar Klossowski.
Now let us look at the pictures. For Balthus then a cat had changed his life. In 1921 Rilke arranged for the publication of a book of 40 ink drawings by 12-year-old Balthus and wrote the preface to the book.
It was in 1919 when Balthus mother Elisabeth first met Rainer Maria Rilke in Geneva.
Feb 29 2012 - This Pin was discovered by Ania Pińkowska. A study painted on card from 1947 featuring the cat is on sale with an estimate of 30000 euros. Published November 16 2013. Whereas most artists are eager to have their.