![]() ![]() Oudry), a renowned court painter in France and Germany, was considered the greatest animal painter of his day. Many depict star specimens of King Louis XV’s menagerie at Versailles, creatures that Oudry observed firsthand as a regular visitor to the palace. The painting is the centerpiece of the Getty’s new exhibition ‘Oudry’s Painted Menagerie,’ which showcases 11 other of the artist’s heroic images of animals, from leopards to exotic fowl. ![]() Paul Getty Museum of Oudry’s enormous painting of her, on display for the first time in more than 150 years, threatens to ignite ‘Clara-mania’ all over again. Clara is a rhinoceros, and the unveiling at the J. ![]() She attracted legions of fans, including the famous French painter Jean-Baptiste Oudry, who made her the subject of a life-sized portrait. Known for her thick skin yet gentle nature, Clara was wildly popular throughout Europe in the 18th century, touring throughout the continent for nearly two decades. Exotic beasts strike a regal pose in a new exhibition ![]()
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