The Cat & The Fiddle by Quentin Clemence, Bronze, From Edition of 6, 156cm high by 97cm wide by 62cm deep, Abstract, Animals and Birds, Mythological, Figurative sculpture
The Cat & The Fiddle by Quentin Clemence is a unique figurative bronze sculpture. The piece standing 156 cm high, 97 cm wide, and 62 cm deep, from an edition of six. The piece depicts a large, stylised cat with a human-like body, seated on a tall stool as it plays a fiddle.
The cat’s eyes are closed, and its expression is joyful, suggesting it is fully absorbed in its music. Its human-like hands and feet add a whimsical, surreal quality, blending animal and human characteristics. The tail loops gracefully under and through the stool, creating a visual rhythm that complements the musical theme.
The fiddle rests upright on the cat’s lap, held firmly as the figure plays. Clemence’s abstraction simplifies the form while retaining recognizable elements, emphasizing movement and expression rather than fine detail. The cat’s body curves naturally, leading the eye from its head down through its torso, along the tail, and toward the fiddle. The composition guiding the viewer through the composition.
The bronze surface adds warmth and depth, catching the light to accentuate the sculpture’s rounded forms and smooth curves. The combination of playful subject, elegant posture, and polished material creates a sense of charm and sophistication.
Overall, The Cat & The Fiddle captures the joy of music and the imagination of storytelling. Its whimsical anthropomorphic figure, dynamic pose, and expressive form make it both visually engaging and emotionally resonant, inviting viewers to linger and imagine the sound of the cat’s melody.
