Pair of Antique Louis Wain Cat Prints in Black Wooden Frames, Early 20th Century

Product Description

A wonderfully characterful pair of antique printed illustrations by renowned British artist Louis Wain, presented in matching black wooden frames.

Entitled “The Greedy Cat” and “Hurry, There Is a Policeman Coming!”, the two prints combine Wain’s familiar wit with a restrained terracotta-red palette that gives them a strong graphic quality.

Both illustrations bear Louis Wain’s printed signature and retain their original page numbers, 79 and 29, indicating that they were originally published as part of a book, annual or periodical.

Louis Wain became one of Britain’s best-known illustrators during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods. His expressive cats, often caught in amusingly human situations, appeared widely in books, magazines, annuals and postcards.

The slim black wooden frames feature a repeating geometric pattern, providing a striking contrast to the warm tones of the prints. Their compact scale makes them easy to display side by side or incorporate into a carefully curated gallery wall, where they add character and a distinctive British touch to both contemporary and traditional interiors.

The old glass, backing boards and hanging fittings remain in place. The two prints are sold together.

Key Features

• Pair of early 20th-century Louis Wain printed illustrations
• Believed to date from around 1900 to the 1920s
• “The Greedy Cat” and “Hurry, There Is a Policeman Coming!”
• Terracotta-red monochrome printing
• Printed Louis Wain signature on each illustration
• Original printed page numbers 79 and 29
• Matching patterned black wooden frames
• Old glass, backing boards and hanging fittings
• Sold as a pair

Size

Each:

(W) 18cm

(H) 25cm

(D) 1.5cm

Condition

In good antique condition with an attractively aged appearance. The prints show some foxing, light staining and gentle rippling to the paper. The wooden frames have light wear consistent with age, while the old paper backing has areas of wear and loss.

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