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LOUIS WAIN
Gentleman Cat
(this is the "father" cat in the Tabby Family Ullustration by Louis Wain)
"ToHIM, properly, belongs the foundation of my career, the developments of my initial efforts, and the establishing of my work" Louis Wain
Theowner cherished the story of Louis and Emily and the wonderful cats who inspired them both
One never tires of seeing this lovely image of the cat creature he adored and the love they shared.
The image is a reproduction on quality stock
Muted Colors - Tinted
The death of his cat in1898was a huge blow to his mental health. Peter the Cat was his only living connection to his wife, and after Peter died, Louis Wain went into a deep depression; it is debatable whether he ever fully recovered.
Peter was 15 years old when he died.
Vintage Style Frame
9 X 7
Under Glass
Hand Tinted
Intricate Gold Frame
w/Deep Red Enamel
Very Lovely frame
-S&H reflects the actual cost to carefully pack & ship
See pictures for details and condition
This sale is for the image alone with frame
The frame and subtly complimentary tinted image are hallmarks of the aesthetic of Wain collectors.
We highly recommend the wonderful film
about Louis Wain, his wife and the cat who brought them closer together.
Ships the same day the order is placed
From a smoke free/climate controlled home
$&H reflects our actual cost to carefully pack and ship this item.
At the age of 23, Wain married his sisters'governess, Emily Richardson, who was ten years his senior (which was considered scandalous at the time), and moved with her toHampsteadin north London.
Emily soon began to suffer from breast cancer and died three years into their marriage. Prior to Emily's death, Wain discovered the subject that would define his career. During her illness, Emily was comforted by their pet cat Peter, a stray black and white kitten who had been rescued after he was heard meowing in the rain one night. Emily's spirits were lifted by Peter, and Louis began to draw extensive sketches of him, which Emily strongly encouraged him to have published.
She died before this happened, but he continued to make cat sketches.
Ships the same day the sale is completed
USPS Ground Advantage
See the new film THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN On Amazon Prime.
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