{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-louis-wain-cat-prints-in-black-wooden-frames-early-20th-century","title":"Pair of Antique Louis Wain Cat Prints in Black Wooden Frames, Early 20th Century","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully characterful pair of antique printed illustrations by renowned British artist Louis Wain, presented in matching black wooden frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntitled “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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old glass, backing boards and hanging fittings remain in place. The two prints are sold together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of early 20th-century Louis Wain printed illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelieved to date from around 1900 to the 1920s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“The Greedy Cat” and “Hurry, There Is a Policeman Coming!”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerracotta-red monochrome printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted Louis Wain signature on each illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal printed page numbers 79 and 29\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching patterned black wooden frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld glass, backing boards and hanging fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(W) 18cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(H) 25cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(D) 1.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to all photographs for further details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Wain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65798857294173,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/9838\/9341\/files\/antique-louis-wain-cat-prints-black-wooden-frames-2.jpg?v=1788432085","url":"https:\/\/myhappylondonhome.co.uk\/products\/pair-of-antique-louis-wain-cat-prints-in-black-wooden-frames-early-20th-century","provider":"My Happy London Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}