How would the balance change if the cat was white and the leaves on the left were missing? What messages does the use of balance in this painting help convey?

The term is also used to describe non-mathematically derived perspective that ... that provided a means for conveying various messages to contemporary viewers. ... Woman Holding a Balance, whose allegorical meaning has been somewhat ... as a profession, who generally is lacking the skill of a professional, as in an art.

Explanation:

this is a good question! i'll do some research and come back when i have the answer!